Designing for sustainability – A story of energy efficiency in buildings

Buildings are the spatial foundation of our daily lives. They are our homes, workspaces, schools, hospitals and serve many other human needs and purposes. But buildings are also one of the largest global consumers of energy. They account for a staggering 40% of global energy consumption and are responsible for about 30% of global CO2 emissions. As such, it is imperative that we make both the existing building stock and future buildings energy efficient. And if we do it right, the green transformation of the built environment can bring about a kind of sustainability that fundamentally improves the well-being of us all. In this episode, we explore how pursuing energy efficiency in buildings is crucial in the journey towards sustainable societies – both environmentally, economically, and socially. Visit stateofgreen.com and download our publication 'Energy renovation of buildings'..