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Concrete's environmental impact stems from high emissions, water use, biodiversity loss, and urban heat islands, but renewable energy, alternative clinkers, and carbon capture offer sustainable solutions.

Biophilic design integrates natural elements like light, greenery, and organic materials into spaces to enhance well-being, reduce stress, and foster a deeper connection with nature.

In 2025, the construction industry focuses on sustainability, safety, and innovation, leveraging AI, digital tools, and green practices to adapt to climate challenges and drive growth.

Modular construction improves efficiency, reduces costs and environmental impact, and supports sustainability by enabling faster build times, reusing components, and lowering carbon emissions.

The H2020 Infinite project in Slovenia showcases a sustainable building retrofit using prefabricated panels and energy-efficient solutions, reducing costs and inspiring future eco-friendly renovations across Europe.

McKinsey's report stresses the need to scale up heat pump technology, addressing challenges in cold regions, to decarbonize buildings and meet climate goals by 2050 through innovation, efficiency, and alternative heating solutions.

President Ursula von der Leyen's second mandate prioritises enforcing the European Green Deal, focusing on sustainability, affordable housing, climate action, and urban development, with key initiatives on clean energy, circular economy, and water resilience.

Researchers at the University of Sydney developed SAMBA, a system to monitor indoor environmental quality for improved sustainability and occupant comfort.

The METROPOLIS Circular Future Hackathon brought together industry experts to develop innovative solutions for a sustainable, circular built environment, focusing on waste reduction, material life cycles, and regenerative design.

The built environment profoundly affects public health, requiring interdisciplinary collaboration to integrate wellness, sustainability, and equity for long-term resilience.