The article discusses the Fast Company Impact Council and highlights a significant surge in climate innovation, particularly in the built environment, which is responsible for 34% of global carbon emissions. The momentum toward climate-friendly solutions is underscored by a global clean energy investment surpassing $2 trillion. Innovative approaches to decarbonizing buildings include using carbon-negative materials made from alternative biomass and other technological advancements that promise to mitigate the substantial emissions resulting from traditional construction materials like concrete and steel.
The built environment constitutes 34% of global carbon emissions, yet new tech and materials are being developed to decarbonize buildings effectively.
A significant innovation is in carbon-negative materials from alternative biomass, which offer a promising route to reducing emissions in construction.
The momentum toward a low-carbon economy is evident, with global clean energy investments exceeding $2 trillion, marking a transformative shift from fossil fuels.
Plantd demonstrates the potential of a new agricultural supply chain to sustainably produce building materials, highlighting a blend of technology and environmental responsibility.
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