The built environment plays a critical role in everyday life and it is also recognized to be one of the main contributors to the global energy demand and the greenhouse gases emissions. Accounting for nearly 38% of global energy-related carbon dioxide emissions and utilizing around 40% of the world’s raw materials, construction is a critical contributor to resource depletion and environmental degradation. Achieving sustainability in the building and construction industry is, therefore, crucial to contribute to the global transition to a sustainable carbon-neutral built environment.
The construction industry is one of the key stakeholders in this transition. Commercial construction companies increasingly understand the value of sustainability. These companies lead the way in promoting a more sustainable future by embracing energy efficiency, renewable energy integration, water conservation, sustainable material selection, and waste management. Aligning construction practices with sustainability principles in construction is crucial for fostering sustainable, responsible, and impactful development within the industry.
This event provides a platform for stakeholders to discuss new developments and best practices in the EU and Central Asia in promoting sustainability in the construction sector, as well as an opportunity to integrate lessons learned and experiences gained by the EU Member States into the further process of sustainable energy policy development in construction sector of Central Asia.
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Organized as part of the European Union – Kyrgyzstan Sustainable Energy Days with the support of the Ministry of Energy, Unison Group, and the EU Delegation to Kyrgyzstan.
