Lack of Green Space and Its Consequences Green Open Space plays crucial role in sustainability. Insufficient or nonexistent open space can lead to several issues, including: Considering these issues, the government needs to regulate and mandate the presence of Green Open Space (GOS) for every industrial facility within an industrial zone. This is essential to…
The 2024/2025 Global Status Report for Buildings and Construction is a comprehensive assessment of the sector’s progress toward climate goals. Developed collaboratively by experts from UNEP, UCL, BPIE, and other institutions, the report highlights both the urgency and the opportunity within the buildings and construction sector to significantly reduce global greenhouse gas emissions. The core…
When people talk about green buildings, the conversation often revolves around smart thermostats, solar panels, and energy-efficient lighting. These are all part of what’s known as operational emissions — the greenhouse gases released during the use of a building. They’re easy to observe, measure, and manage. But beneath the surface, a different type of emission…
