How to build smart, zero carbon buildings | World Economic Forum
Sep 8, 2021 · The NUS School of Design and Environment 4 (SDE4) is the first newly built, net zero energy building in Singapore and is the first building in South-East Asia to be awarded …
Buildings are the foundation of our energy-efficient future
Feb 22, 2021 · The energy and carbon emissions reduction potential of such “active” solutions is still widely underestimated, and tops that of “passive” insulation. The cost of investment is …
Retrofitted buildings are key to the energy transition | World …
Jan 15, 2024 · Urgent action is needed to combat the climate crisis and ensure energy security. Buildings offer more energy saving potential than industry or transport. Retrofitting existing …
Here's how we can reduce energy consumption for heating and …
Oct 27, 2022 · US building sector end use energy consumption: We spend much of our energy on heating, ventilation and cooling Image: Cleantech.com Exposure to these pollutants can lead …
How low-emissivity glass is revolutionizing building efficiency
Jun 7, 2024 · As a result of Şişecam studies to identify the best practices in regard to energy efficiency, the recovery of lost energy and the reduction of energy needs, we have been able …
Introducing Energy Efficiency 2.0: the grid of the future
Nov 21, 2023 · In the future energy system, energy efficiency must take centre stage. We must work in harmony with the build out of renewables and electrification to meet our climate goals, …
Energy efficiency and clean energy both key to green transition
Nov 14, 2024 · But pursuing energy efficiency alongside clean energy is key to doubling the pace of progress and help deliver climate goals. As world leaders meet in Baku, Azerbaijan, for …
Why energy efficiency is the unsung hero of the climate fight
Nov 5, 2021 · Energy is responsible for about 80% of the world’s carbon emissions, the International Energy Agency estimates. Tackling this waste – and reducing the amount of …
Why building greener is crucial to meeting Paris climate targets
Nov 1, 2021 · Progress has been made in reducing the carbon output from buildings, according to the UN. More countries are putting building energy codes in place, green building certification …
Could New York City become the beacon of energy efficiency?
Sep 26, 2023 · Energy efficiency is the ‘first fuel’ for clean energy transitions and is often the quickest and the most cost-effective carbon mitigation option. New York City's Local Law 97 …