The Global Status Report for Buildings and Construction (Buildings-GSR), published by UNEP and GlobalABC, tracks the sector's alignment with Paris Agreement goals. It assesses policies, finance, and technologies annually to spur action. Buildings contribute 21% of global greenhouse gas emissions and 34% of energy demand. 

The 2022 update reveals a significant gap in decarbonisation efforts, requiring a yearly increase of ten points to meet 2030 targets. Deep dive chapters focus on adaptation, resilient construction, business innovations, and nature-based solutions. This report serves as a crucial tool for stakeholders to advocate for climate action within the buildings and construction community.

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