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WorldGBC launches #OurHeroIsZero resources for World Green Building Week 2017
Tue, 6th Jun 2017WorldGBC has today launched the resources for this year’s World Green Building Week, under the theme #OurHeroIsZero, which focuses on net zero buildings.
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The global green building movement stands united on fighting climate change
Fri, 2nd Jun 2017WorldGBC, its global network of Green Building Councils and their member companies will stand united in our efforts to fight climate change through green building, writes CEO Terri Wills.
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Notes from the Networks – Green building growth in the MENA region
Thu, 1st Jun 2017Visionaries, thought-leaders and change-makers are demonstrating real green leadership across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, blogs Mohammad Asfour of WorldGBC.
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Every building on the planet must be ‘net zero carbon’ by 2050 to keep global warming below 2°C - New report
Wed, 31st May 2017The building sector must operate at “net zero carbon” by 2050 if global warming is to remain under two degrees Celsius, the limit enshrined in the Paris Agreement, according to a new WorldGBC report.
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From Thousands to Billions - Coordinated Action towards 100% Net Zero Carbon Buildings By 2050
Wed, 31st May 2017Through its report From Thousands to Billions, WorldGBC calls for a dramatic and ambitious transformation towards a completely zero carbon built environment by 2050.
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European Green Building Councils urge governments for strong commitment on renovation
Fri, 26th May 2017Green Building Councils across Europe have written to their Energy Ministers to advocate for a stronger vision for building renovation.
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Is your building green and healthy? Let us showcase it!
Thu, 25th May 2017Submit your case study and have the potential to be part of the 15 buildings globally that are showcased by WorldGBC in a new report on green and healthy buildings.
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Winners of 2017 MENA Green Building Awards honoured for innovation & excellence in sustainability
Mon, 22nd May 2017The 2017 MENA Green Building Awards celebrated achievements, success stories and best practices across the region.
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BASF contributes to sustainable construction for world's largest concentrated solar plant in Morocco
Thu, 18th May 2017BASF contributes specialised solutions for the construction of the world's largest solar plant in Ouarzazate, Morocco
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WorldGBC's CEO to speak at high-profile London sustainability events
Mon, 15th May 2017WorldGBC CEO Terri Wills will speak at the Volvo Group Innovation Summit and FT Future of Construction Summit in London this week.
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thought leadership
Notes from the Networks - Tackling the big issues to build a better Europe
Thu, 11th May 2017Our recent meeting of European Green Building Councils and Regional Partners in Dublin, Ireland, was European cooperation at its best, blogs WorldGBC's James Drinkwater.
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Johnson Controls becomes first Partner of WorldGBC's Americas Regional Network
Wed, 10th May 2017Johnson Controls has been announced as the first Partner of the World Green Building Council's Americas Regional Network.
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IEA-UNDP Publication and Webinar Available
Wed, 21st Aug 2013The IEA-UNDP publication on “Modernising Building Energy Codes to Secure our Global Energy Future” is now available for free download here.
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Submit Your GBC's World Green Building Week Events
Wed, 21st Aug 2013World Green Building Week is just around the corner!
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Enter the Park Russia Architectural Competition
Wed, 21st Aug 2013Calling all sustainable masterplanners, landscape architects, leisure and cultural specialists!
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Paraguay GBC Signs Cooperation Agreement
Wed, 21st Aug 2013Paraguay Green Building Council has signed a cooperation agreement with the Municipality of Asuncion.
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Join Us for Green Apple Day of Service
Wed, 21st Aug 2013On 28 September 2013, the Green Apple Day of Service will bring together thousands of students, teachers, parents and community leaders from around the globe to improve our school environments through service projects, education, community events and more.
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UNEP Vacancy
Fri, 9th Aug 2013UNEP has a vacancy for a Senior Programme Officer position within UNEP-Division of Technology, Industry and Economics. The Senior Programme Officer in this 12-month post will be responsible for the coordination of the cities and building portfolio in synergy with other relevant activities of the Sustainable Consumption and Production Branch and of the Division in this field. The application deadline is 30 August 2013.
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UNEP Vacancy
Fri, 9th Aug 2013UNEP has a vacancy for a Senior Programme Officer position within UNEP-Division of Technology, Industry and Economics. The Senior Programme Officer in this 12-month post will be responsible for the coordination of the cities and building portfolio in synergy with other relevant activities of the Sustainable Consumption and Production Branch and of the Division in this field. The application deadline is 30 August 2013.
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Jane Henley On Our IFC Partnership
Wed, 31st Jul 2013As countries across the globe race to improve the sustainability of their buildings and infrastructure, it’s important to be mindful that green buildings are more than just “the right thing to do.” They are about market transformation.
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BGBC to Host GREEN FUTURE Event
Wed, 31st Jul 2013Mark your calendar for the upcoming BGBC GREEN FUTURE event this September
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StandardDays Info Sessions Available
Sun, 28th Jul 2013StandarDays is a two-day-information session aimed at newcomers to European Standardisation, as well as those who would like to understand CEN and CENELEC better. The info days give a clear and structured overview of the European Standardisation System, of the CEN and CENELEC products and processes, as well as the benefits of involvement in European Standardisation to potential stakeholders.
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Peru Green Build Expo and Congress
Tue, 23rd Jul 2013Peru Green Building Council held its successful Peru Green Build 2013 Expo and International Congress on 28 and 29 June.
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Update from the Panama GBC
Mon, 22nd Jul 2013There are lots of exciting things happening at the Panama GBC. Here are some of their achievements:
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New Renovation tool will help cities tackle climate, economic and health crises
Thu, 14th Oct 2021The BUILD UPON2 framework helps local governments measure the full benefits of building retrofit, including environmental, social and economic impacts such as carbon savings, energy poverty alleviation and job creation.
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BUILD UPON2 City Series part 2: Budaörs
Wed, 14th Apr 2021WorldGBC finds out how the city of Budaörs is preparing to use the BUILD UPON2 framework to monitor renovation.
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WorldGBC’s response on the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive review
Tue, 23rd Mar 2021WorldGBC has submitted a position paper on the review of the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD).
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WorldGBC’s recommendations on the Energy Efficiency Directive review
Tue, 23rd Feb 2021WorldGBC has submitted a position paper on the review of the Energy Efficiency Directive (EED).
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