The building sector is undergoing a significant transformation globally. Over half of the buildings that will stand in 2060 have not been built yet. Especially in Africa and Asia, the number of new buildings will increase rapidly in the coming years. This fast growth presents a challenge to meet the goals of the Paris Agreement. Hence, what we build today has severe consequences for our future emissions. This forces the buildings and construction sector to rethink building materials and practices.

The NDE Germany is inviting international experts to discuss in a three-week webinar series what alternative building materials exist, which recycling practices have been successful, the potential of zero carbon steel and cement as well as what policy environment is needed for this transformation. The three online sessions, entitled: “Rethink how we build: How can we move towards a resource efficient and carbon neutral built environment globally?” are organised on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWi) and will take place from July 6 until July 20 every Tuesday at 1pm (CEST). The discussion will be held in English and participation is free of charge.