Record-breaking climate impacts in 2024, with $58 billion in global weather disasters, have driven individuals towards more sustainable home building choices. Traditional building methods contribute significantly to greenhouse gas emissions, but the construction industry is showing progress. In 2024, buildings accounted for 32% of global energy use and 34% of carbon dioxide emissions. Material choice is crucial; clay bricks have a higher carbon footprint compared to timber. Substituting wood in building can cut emissions by 60%. Achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 entails a 43% reduction by 2030 in all practices.
Traditional building methods are responsible for over one-third of energy-related greenhouse gas emissions, prompting a shift towards sustainable construction practices to reduce environmental impact.
Buildings and their construction account for 32% of global energy use and 34% of carbon dioxide emissions, showing a gradual decline from 2019 figures.
Using wood instead of concrete and steel in commercial buildings can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by an average of 60%, significantly lowering the carbon footprint.
To meet the Paris Agreement's net-zero carbon target by 2050, reducing emissions by 43% by 2030 is essential for sustainable construction and living practices.
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