Our world has changed. So has our climate. Never has the necessity of building a sustainable world been so real and so urgent. But stepping into this reality should not evoke dark clouds as it is also a synonym for hope.
The transition to the low-carbon economy is underway, spurred by the 2015 Paris Agreement and the adoption of the Sustainable Development Goals.
By 2050, 70% of the world’s population will live in cities, meaning that over the next three decades, cities will need to accommodate more than 2.5 billion additional people. How can the building and construction sector meet this new demand while accelerating the transition to a sustainable world?
After the success of the Paris Agreement, I can walk into any room shouting “2°C!” and everyone knows that I am talking about climate change. We have a problem, there is a science-based target to aim for, and we are implementing the solutions to solve it.
As governments solidify their commitment to the Paris Agreement at the official signing ceremony this week, businesses are already ensuring that the promises are transformed into actions.
The official launch of the Sustainable Development Goals(SDGs) in New York last September defined a clear agenda for the global development till 2030, representing an unprecedented opportunity to put society on a truly sustainable and equitable pathway.
Like many people, sometimes I daydream of a beach when I need a momentary escape from daily life.