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The UK’s built environment is responsible for 25% of the UK’s greenhouse gas emissions, and figures from the Climate Change Committee (CCC) suggest that buildings are responsible for 59% of UK electricity consumption, which generate indirect emissions. Appliances and lighting in homes, and cooling, catering and ICT equipment in non-residential buildings are the culprits - and they're all things we can’t do without. But then the flipside of this is that making energy-efficient changes right at the heart of where such high consumption occurs will have the greatest positive effect on budgets - and on the planet. Read more in this short article > https://lnkd.in/eCZyqyHe #greenbuilding #sustainability #sustainablebuilding #netzero #greentechnology #retrofitting #lowcarbontechnology

🚨Hard Talk Alert! Did you know that a staggering 36% of CO2 emissions in Europe originate from our buildings? This not only poses a significant challenge in meeting our climate goals but also impacts public health and energy security. The path to reducing these emissions lies in good design, existing buildings refurbishment, innovative technologies, financial incentives and comprehensive policy frameworks... And last but not least: concerted effort from the private sector. Retrofitting existing structures and ensuring new constructions meet stringent energy efficiency standards are crucial steps. At 10 Billion Solutions, we are reflecting and communicating a lot about buildings and climate and we have put together this blog post to spread information and trigger meaningful conversations, with a particular view on the upcoming #EUelections2024, since one of the most effective citizen's climate lever is to pressure politicians to make the right choices. What do you think of the challenges buildings pose to the climate and the other way around, the need to adapt the built environment to a changing climate? #BuildForTomorrow #BuildForClimate #SustainableDevelopment #GreenBuildings #ClimateAction Programme for Energy Efficiency in Buildings (PEEB) Global Alliance for Buildings and Construction (GlobalABC)

Advanced materials have paved the way for a new generation of insulation, providing remarkable breakthroughs in sustainability and energy efficiency. Using innovative and cutting-edge materials has allowed companies to create high-performance insulation solutions with better insulation properties whilst reducing the environmental impact of traditional insulation materials. This has resulted in significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions and energy consumption, making building insulation a vital component in the fight against climate change. #insulation #energyefficiency  

New methodology reveals health and climate impacts of reducing buildings’ energy use. "The decisions we make regarding our buildings are directly impacting our climate and our health. Co-benefits of the Built Environment (CoBE) is an important advancement for two reasons: It adds a health lens to what has largely just been a carbon conversation and it allows us to peer into the future so we can optimize decision-making today regarding the impact of energy-efficiency measures in buildings... Health benefits often go unvalued in decisions around energy strategy, carbon offsets and other carbon emissions reduction measures. The CoBE tool can put a monetary value on the health benefits of emissions reductions..." https://lnkd.in/d9HNbfRY #energy #energyefficiency #carbon #carbonfootprint #carbonoffsets #carbonemissions #carbonreduction #emissions #emissionsreduction

In an effort to mitigate climate change, countries around the world have committed to long-term goals for reducing carbon emissions. Buildings have been widely recognised as one of the key sectors that can contribute to carbon reduction strategies, as they account for more than 40 percent of total energy use and 20 to 40 percent of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions . This has prompted the establishment of “green buildings”, defined as a building which focuses on increasing the efficiency of resource use – energy, water, and materials – while reducing building impact on human health and the environment during the building’s lifecycle, through better siting, design, construction, operation, maintenance, and removal. #LAWUpdate #green #climate #policy Read more: https://lnkd.in/gEdcNCqP

July of this year marked the hottest recorded month in human history, with heat waves breaking temperature records globally. Severe heat, exacerbated by climate change, poses a greater threat to human life than floods, tornadoes, and hurricanes combined. Standard air-conditioning (AC) systems, relied upon to combat rising temperatures, have created a negative feedback loop: as temperatures soar, more people use AC, increasing energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. According to the International Energy Agency, cooling is the fastest-growing source of energy use in buildings, with projected annual energy demand from cooling set to triple by 2050. A dire need for innovative, sustainable cooling solutions has emerged. Current AC systems have significant issues, including the use of potent greenhouse gases as refrigerants and high energy consumption. Emerging designs seek to separate dehumidification and cooling processes to improve efficiency. Some designs use desiccant materials to remove moisture from the air before cooling it, while others incorporate evaporative cooling, a process that reduces temperature through water evaporation. However, challenges such as manufacturing costs, industry inertia, and policy barriers must be overcome before these new systems can replace traditional AC units. Efficiency gains alone may not be enough to meet rising cooling demands. To address this issue comprehensively, a combination of strategies is needed, including urban planning and building design to minimize cooling requirements. Implementing greenery, shading, and better insulation can reduce the need for AC. Therefore, the future of cooling requires a multifaceted approach that encompasses improved technology, sustainable urban planning, and a global awareness of the environmental impacts of air-conditioning. Labtech International plays a pivotal role in the global effort to combat climate change by designing specialized training systems for UNIDO programs. These programs align with the objectives of the Montreal Protocol, which aims to reduce the emissions of harmful gases, including potent greenhouse gases used in air-conditioning systems. Labtech International, Ltd www.labtech-latam.com #ClimateChangeMitigation #SustainableCooling #ClimateAction #HVACTraining #MontrealProtocol #GreenTech #UNESCO #UNIDO #EnvironmentalAwareness #GreenSolutions #EcoFriendly #ClimateEducation #EnergyEfficiency #GreenhouseGasReduction #LabtechInternational #AirConditioningImpact #ClimateSustainability #TrainingPrograms #CoolingTechnology #ClimateAwareness #GreenFuture #TVET #labtechlatam

Hot weather in the UK and how we should take heed of Arup's report on Overheating in the UK housing stock -definitely read the Conclusion in the report -I also enclose CIBSE article .Although published end of last year we are seeing a European heatwave .Upgrading insulation to tackle energy conservation can also create other problems in the summer months https://lnkd.in/eiNHTMAw https://lnkd.in/eG7Y2JXG https://lnkd.in/eUZM2fpP

How do we prepare for a warmer world? Efficient cooling systems will play a critical role in preventing a major spike in greenhouse gas emissions as global temperatures rise. I explain in my article published recently by @ business-green that the increased need for cooling in our homes, offices and businesses risks not only to put further strain on our electricity grids in the future, but if action is not taken, growing demand for cooling could drive one of the most substantial increases in greenhouse gas emissions we have ever seen. District cooling as well as efficient AC units equipped with intelligent control systems are among the key levers for overcoming the growing demand for cooling. Put simply, the greenest energy is the energy we don't use. Delivering efficient cooling is not a luxury; it is a public health necessity. Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/gDS6TNBf #energyefficiency #whyEE #cooling #districtenergy  

In a world where #climate change is a pressing #challenge, Castel is the green #partner you can trust. We care about the planet and the future, that's why we tackle climate change promoting energy #efficiency. We combine the latest technologies and materials to lower our impact and to offer you the best #refrigeration and HVAC components, with a focus on #innovation and #sustainability. #Castel #Sustainability #yourpressureproofpartner #hvac #refrigerationsystems #industrialrefrigeration #CO2 #GoNatRefs