The Challenge
With the world on the precipice of breaching its 2015 Paris Agreement pledge to hold global temperature rises to no more than 1.5C, governments are coming under intense pressure to deliver drastic climate actions measures. Alongside this, with many major economies still reeling from the impact of the pandemic, governments are increasingly focused on creating smart and sustainable cities that foster innovation, drive prosperity, and improve the lives of citizens.
Real estate has one of the highest carbon footprints of any sector. According to the UN Environmental Programme, it produces around 30% of the world's annual greenhouse gas...