Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic – More than 50 policymakers, architects, developers, representatives of the construction sector, and representatives from the construction sector, along with producers and distributors of energy-efficient and renewable energy technologies, attended the Workshop “Green buildings: trends and innovations in sustainable development”.
The built environment plays a critical role in everyday life and is recognised as one of the primary contributors to the global energy demand and the greenhouse gases emissions. The construction sector accounts for nearly 38% of global energy-related carbon dioxide emissions and consumes around 40% of the world’s raw materials, making it a significant contributor to resource depletion and environmental degradation. Therefore, achieving sustainability in the construction industry is crucial for contributing to the global transition towards a climate-neutral built environment.
The construction industry is a key stakeholder in this transition. Commercial construction companies are increasingly recognizing the value of sustainability, leading the charge in promoting a more sustainable future by adopting practices such as energy efficiency, renewable energy integration, water conservation, sustainable material selection, and waste management. Aligning construction practices with sustainability principles is essential for fostering responsible and impactful development across the sector.
Organised within the European Union – Kyrgyzstan Sustainable Energy Days, the workshop provided a platform for stakeholders to explore new developments and best practices in both the EU and Central Asia, aimed at promoting sustainability within the construction sector. Participants also discussed how lessons learned and experiences from EU Member States can be integrated into sustainable energy policy development in the construction sector across Central Asia.
The event was organised by the European Union (EU) funded SECCA project in collaboration with Unison Group, with the support of the Ministry of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic.
