ArchDaily’s Monthly Topic: Decarbonize Architecture

Decarbonize Architecture. A selection of articles, interviews and projects. [View it in your browser]( Monthly Topic: Decarbonize Architecture The built environment accounts for almost 40% of carbon emissions. So in the face of climate change and its pressing challenges, there is a critical need to transition to an industry with a reduced carbon footprint. However, this transition goes beyond it being just a goal; it signifies a dedication to ensuring a sustainable and lasting future for future generations and introduces a specialized workforce that will actively participate in its establishment. From designing energy-efficient buildings and optimizing materials to the integration and production of renewable energy sources, we are taking a look at how architects are revolutionizing construction to align with the needs of our planet and its inhabitants. [SEE MORE »]( Cooling and Energy Efficiency: A New Era in Building Design The world has just witnessed the hottest months in recorded history, and the outlook is far from optimistic. Rising temperatures are driving greater cooling demands, threatening to trigger a vicious cycle of higher electricity use and carbon emissions. In a planet simultaneously facing unprecedented urbanization and a climate crisis, the intersection of building energy efficiency and cooling technologies has never been more crucial. [Read More »]( How to Save a Building from Demolition: Emerging Procedures to Uncover the Potential of Existing Structures The twentieth century marked a definitive shift in the realm of architecture, as the Modernist movement broke from traditional building styles and encouraged experimentation and innovation. With the help of new materials and technologies, these times represent a crucial moment in the history of architecture as both cities and building styles evolved at an unprecedented rate. The structures that stand testament to this day are, however, nearing the age of a hundred years old. Their stark design features are not always embraced by the public, while the functionalist principles often hinder the adaptability of their interior spaces. Given that they also often occupy central positions within the city, there is increasing pressure to demolish these structures and redevelop the area in its entirety. [Read More »]( Innovations in Cement and Concrete That Are Making Construction More Sustainable The need to reduce the construction industry's carbon footprint and its reliance on virgin natural resources is the most pressing issue facing the sector. It is therefore extremely important to foster innovation that can improve existing building materials and make them environmentally friendly, in order to successfully tackle its sizable carbon footprint and close the material loop. [Read More »]( What Is a Passive Building and How Can It Contribute to Decarbonizing Architecture? Sustainable construction certifications can play a crucial role in mitigating climate change by establishing solid criteria to foster ecologically responsible practices in the construction industry. They not only give public visibility to industry-accepted standards and monitor performance, ensuring compliance with regulations, but also stimulate the reduction of negative environmental impacts while rewarding buildings that fulfill strict sustainability standards. By establishing higher levels of excellence in projects and constructions, these certifications influence the evolution of construction codes, training professionals, and even changing corporate strategies. [Read More »]( Are Carbon-Neutral Buildings Expensive? Decarbonization of the building sector is no longer a choice but a necessity. As nations strive to curb their greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, it is increasingly clear that current building standards do not go far enough to drive tangible change. Achieving climate goals requires economies to advocate measures that drive carbon neutrality while managing associated costs effectively. How would net-zero performance strategies impact building costs? [Read More »]( ArchDaily’s upcoming monthly topic: -Year in Review If you’d like to submit content related to this theme, send us [a message](. Follow Us: [ArchDaily Twitter]( [ArchDaily Instagram]( [ArchDaily Pinterest]( [ArchDaily Youtube]( [ArchDaily Facebook]( [Unsubscribe / Update Preferences]( [Privacy Policy]( [Contact us](mailto:support@archdaily.com) [Unsubscribe / Update Preferences]( [Privacy Policy]( [Contact us](mailto:support@archdaily.com) [ArchDaily logo] © All rights reserved. ArchDaily Part of DAAily Platforms AG 2023. Seehofstrasse 16, 8008 Zürich Switzerland. This email was sent to {EMAIL} [why did I get this?]( [unsubscribe from this list]( [update subscription preferences]( ArchDaily Part of DAAily Platforms AG 2023 · Seehofstrasse 16, · Zürich 8008 · Switzerland