The link above leads to an interesting article by two researchers from the University of Cambridge, published recently. The article discusses the critical importance of the construction industry adopting low-carbon materials as quickly and intensively as possible to meet decarbonization goals.
In this context, it is pertinent to revisit a post from last March in which I criticized an article by an individual with an impressive CV, including stints at HEC Lausanne, the London School of Economics, and Harvard Business School. It is also pertinent to share the cover of the second edition of a book I have edited (with four full professors), which addresses this theme as well. The book is set to be finalized next month and will be published in early 2025.
Excerpt from the abstract of the first chapter: "This
chapter explores the pivotal role of energy efficiency in addressing climate
change, with a specific focus on building refurbishment and retrofitting. It
underscores the European Union's ambitious targets for greenhouse gas reduction
and enhanced energy efficiency, aligning with its aim to be the world's first
climate-neutral continent by 2050...The literature underscores the pivotal role of
materials in the decarbonization of the construction industry. However, it also
reveals a concerning reality: construction professionals frequently encounter
substantial hurdles stemming from a lack of comprehensive information on
low-carbon materials..."
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