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Advancing Net Zero is WorldGBC’s global programme working towards total sector decarbonisation by 2050. Working with Green Building Councils across the network to develop tools, programmes and resources to promote the urgency and achievability of net zero carbon buildings and build industry capacity to deliver them.

Our projects

The Net Zero Carbon Buildings Commitment Case Study Library Advancing Net Zero Status Report 2022

Our work

Advancing Net Zero Around the World

Green Building Councils from around the globe are advocating for sustainable built environments for everyone, everywhere.

What is a net zero carbon building?

Explanation of definitions and terms used to describe buildings that are on a path to net zero

Whole Life Carbon Vision

WorldGBC’s Whole Life Carbon Vision outlines how to reach our goal of total built environment decarbonisation by 2050.

Advancing Net Zero Whole Life Carbon

WorldGBC’s position and guidance on offsetting residual emissions from the building and construction sector.

Advancing Net Zero Status Report 2022 Advancing Net Zero Status Report 2021 Advancing Net Zero Status Report 2020 Advancing Net Zero Status Report 2019 Bringing Embodied Carbon Upfront (2019) From Thousands to Billions (2017)

News and events

#NZCBCommitment News Roundup: September Find out more

Built environment stakeholders take action on net zero carbon buildings Find out more

#NZCBCommitment News Roundup: August Find out more

Participating Green Building Councils

Select a country below to see view the Green Building Council information

WorldGBC recognises and supports the work being carried out by other organisations in this space, and seeks to actively engage and collaborate to accelerate the global net zero carbon movement. With thanks to the following for their pioneering work and leadership:

Global Alliance for Buildings and Construction

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