Abstract
The global energy scenario is facing challenges on multiple fronts. Buildings, being responsible for the consumption of 36% of the total energy have to play an important role in the drive for a sustainable energy future. Accounting for over 33% of greenhouse gas emissions and around 40% of materials consumption, buildings are critical in the fight against climate change as well. The chapter explores the interaction between buildings and sustainable development. It discusses the prospects of making buildings more sustainable through energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions. As a case study, it also discusses the potential for improvements in commercial buildings in the USA as a case study.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Handbook of Energy and Environmental Security |
| Publisher | Elsevier Inc. |
| Pages | 171-181 |
| Number of pages | 11 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9780128240847 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9780128240854 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - 1 Jan 2022 |
Bibliographical note
Publisher Copyright:© 2022 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
UN SDGs
This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy -
SDG 13 Climate Action
Keywords
- Buildings
- Climate change
- Energy
- Energy efficiency
- Renewable energy
- Sustainability
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Energy
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