
COP26: Here are 7 of the world's greenest buildings and best solutions ...
Nov 2, 2021 · From one of the world’s tallest timber buildings in Sweden, to a school made from bamboo in Indonesia, Build Better Now at COP26 features solutions to build more sustainably.
How to create nature-positive urbanism beyond green spaces
Sep 1, 2025 · Much of the current global urban sustainability narrative tends to focus almost exclusively on gardens, parks and large green spaces. Nature-positive urbanism should be defined by how …
Can light construction lead to adaptable, sustainable building?
Feb 18, 2026 · The construction sector is responding to climate challenges, with “lighter construction” offering a sustainable solution, including through limited resource extraction and fewer carbon …
How termite mounds help architects embrace sustainability | World ...
Jun 3, 2024 · Inspired by nature, built by humans. Architects are emulating the engineering feats of termite mound construction to build more sustainable buildings.
How to build smart, zero carbon buildings | World Economic Forum
Sep 8, 2021 · Decarbonization, electrification, efficiency and digitalization can revamp old buildings, make new builds zero-carbon ready and reduce operating costs.
What is bioregional design and can it fight climate change?
May 23, 2025 · Bioregional design aligns architecture, landscapes and infrastructure with regional materials, local culture and sustainability. Building with the bioregion in mind is gaining traction as a …
These innovations are creating the buildings of the future | World ...
Sep 23, 2024 · Buildings contribute almost 40% of global carbon emissions, the World Green Building Council says. Innovations like low-emissivity glass and smart retrofitting are helping to significantly …
This warehouse is one of the most sustainable industrial buildings in ...
Aug 19, 2019 · Judged one of the most sustainable industrial buildings in the world, its environmentally friendly features include solar panels that feed surplus energy into the grid, and toilets that flush with …
Architect Francis Kéré: How design can drive social change | World ...
Oct 6, 2022 · Built Environment and Infrastructure How a pioneering architect faced rejection - and used design to drive social change and sustainability Oct 6, 2022
How India's vernacular architecture can help cities cool down | World ...
Aug 9, 2023 · India's cities are getting hotter as modern buildings trap heat. But traditional Indian architecture uses natural materials and features to stay cool, making it a climate-resilient and …