On a global scale, the combination of building operations, the construction industry, and building and infrastructure materials generates 40% of annual greenhouse gas emissions. Experts point to the urgency to halve emissions this decade. To do so, building renovation rates need to increase rapidly—at least double in the EU.

 

The responsibility for decarbonization is shared. The construction industry must take steps to replace products and practices that contribute to emissions, while corporations must reduce emissions through green building renovations and new building designs based on well-being and sustainable products and practices. Building owners and operators must move ahead with connected and other technologies that attract tenants and provide increased ROI.

 

The decision to renovate may seem overwhelming because costs, but it turns out that improving the comfort, safety, and efficiency of a building yields an immediate return on investment. Property owners are learning that human-centric, sustainable buildings and workplaces attract and retain the best talent abd provide the best opportunity for attracting staff back to the office. Connected systems, including connected LED lighting, have an important role to play.

 

Learn about current trends in building decarbonization in this white paper from Signify, in collaboration with The Climate Group.

relevant links
Inflation Reduction Act
European Green Deal
Energy Efficiency Directive.
Climate Group
Energy Efficiency – The Decade for Action
Circular economy action plan
Renovation Wave
More can be found in the whitepaper