Working with the UN High Level Climate Champions and a coalition of leading NGOs, we are elevating the built environment as critical for a resilient and zero emissions future.
We highlight existing solutions to accelerate this transition and amplify non-party leadership (e.g. businesses, cities and regions) to unlock the feasibility and viability of national policy frameworks.
The Coalition is united behind shared climate goals developed through the UNFCCC Climate Action Pathways as part of the Marrakech Partnership; with a strong focus on accelerating action to deliver the Built Environment 2030 Breakthrough Outcome.
The Coalition and #BuildingToCOP campaign was formed in 2021 in the lead up to COP26, to deliver on the dedicated Cities, Regions and Built Environment Day.
Now the Coalition’s focus is on COP28, and significantly the first “global stocktake” – a comprehensive assessment of global progress against the Paris Agreement goals.
At COP27 the Building to COP Coalition kept the focus on the built environment
Operational emissions from the built environment increased by 5% in 2021, compared to 2020 levels. At COP27, the BuildingToCOP Coalition and wider industry kept the focus on the built environment, with more than 200 events delivered.
The Building to COP Coalition rallied the sector, responsible for almost 40% of global greenhouse gas emissions, around flagship events focused on the key themes of: Finance, Decarbonisation, and Adaptation & Resilience. Read the full list of initiatives launched at COP27.
The Race to Zero is the UNFCCC’s global campaign, rallying leadership across all sectors to support a zero carbon recovery, as well as building momentum to a decarbonised economy. The support of this campaign will send a resounding signal that collectively, businesses, cities, regions, and investors are united in meeting the Paris goals and creating a resilient economy.
The World Green Building Council, as representatives of a global-action network advocating for sustainable buildings, encourages all stakeholders from the built environment to join the Race to Zero — therefore showing your support and commitment to a sustainable, net zero economy.