In the building sector, all trends are pointing upwards, with dramatic consequences for the climate. By 2060, buildings sector floor area will double. Emerging and developing economies in warm and tropical climates will experience the biggest increase. Already today, the construction and operation of buildings is responsible for 38% of the total energy-related carbon dioxide emissions. The sector consumes over a third of global final energy. The building sector is a sleeping giant for climate mitigation and adaptation.
PEEB mobilizes innovative financing solutions for large building projects, such as hospitals or schools, but also large national green building programmes. The programme supports its partner countries to make policies, standards and NDCs more ambitious and effective to channel investments towards green buildings. Capacity-building for professionals and decision-makers in the buildings sector prepares the ground for investments.
