A book that presents two possible futures for our planet grounded in science — and that, surprisingly, leaves room for hope. Writing about climate change in a way that keeps people reading is no easy feat.The subject carries enormous weight, alarming data, dystopian scenarios, a pervasive feeling that the problem is too large for any…
Climate Change impacts are more present now than ever before. These impacts are widespread, from accelerating sea-level rise threatening coastal communities to shifting weather patterns affecting rainfall cycles, temperature increases, agricultural productivity, and biodiversity. For the construction sector, these transformations present unique challenges that demand urgent and strategic climate adaptation in construction. Direct Impacts of…
Cities are central to global sustainable development, but face unprecedented challenges with the advancement of climate change. The built environment has a significant impact on urban sustainability and climate adaptation of buildings. In 2014, the building sector accounted for 31% of global final energy use, 54% of final electricity demand and 8% of energy-related CO₂…
