USGBC Pushes for Greater Action and Accountability Following COP27
Even with the new COP27 agreements adopted last week, emission reductions, including those of the building and construction sector that account for 40% of energy-based carbon emissions, are not on track to reach net zero by 2050.
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is calling for greater action to address climate change following COP27. Even with the new COP27 agreements adopted last week, emission reductions, including those of the building and construction sector that account for 40% of energy-based carbon emissions, are not on track to reach net zero by 2050. USGBC reiterated its commitment to accelerating efforts to transition and achieve a healthier future, leveraging all platforms to support the business, government, and finance sectors in decarbonizing the built environment.
“We respect the efforts from many nations to conclude COP27 with the Sharm el-Sheikh Implementation Plan,”said Peter Templeton, president & CEO, U.S. Green Building Council. “We applaud the inclusion of funding to help those countries most vulnerable to climate impacts but are distressed that the agreement fails to call for increased ambition and action.