WWF-Australia Pushes for Zero Carbon Construction Future
WWF-Australia is advocating for substantial changes in the construction sector to decrease its significant carbon footprint. The built environment sector contributes a quarter of Australia's emissions, with steel and cement industries each responsible for around 7% of global emissions. WWF-Australia aims to position Australia among the top five zero carbon materials suppliers by 2050.
WWF-Australia has outlined seven key recommendations to achieve this goal. Firstly, a collaborative buyers alliance is crucial to drive low emissions building materials across the supply chain. Secondly, low and zero-emissions material building standards should be embedded into the National Construction Code. Thirdly, construction contracts should specify lower- and zero carbon products with voluntary targets.
A systems-led approach across the entire sector is needed to achieve a zero carbon future. This includes government procurement leadership, particularly in infrastructure projects. Businesses also have a role to play, as their environmental impact extends to wherever they operate. The year 2020 presents an opportunity for Australia to become a renewable energy powerhouse and move towards a zero carbon future.
WWF-Australia's recommendations, if implemented, could significantly reduce the emissions intensity of the construction and building materials sectors. This would not only help Australia achieve its zero-carbon goals but also position it as a global leader in zero carbon materials.
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