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Saudi Arabia has become the Middle East's green building champion, certifying over 1 million square meters of eco-friendly construction that cuts 62,800 tonnes of CO2 annually. The Kingdom's rapid transformation shows how ambitious environmental goals can create measurable change.
Topeka is turning a $200,000 climate grant into a win-win project that makes city buildings greener and more accessible for people with disabilities. The city has one year to upgrade facilities like City Hall and fire stations with both energy-saving tech and ADA improvements.
Saudi Arabia certified over 1 million square meters of sustainable buildings in 2025, topping the Middle East with the highest environmental performance score. The achievement marks a major milestone toward Vision 2030's climate goals.
Primary students in Glyn-coch, Wales, signed the wooden frame of their future net-zero school as construction reached its highest point. The ultra-sustainable building will unite two communities when it opens later this year.
Instead of tearing down and rebuilding, cities worldwide are slashing carbon emissions by retrofitting aging buildings with modern technology. The approach is faster, cheaper, and more effective than new construction.
Renters make up one-third of U.S. households but often miss out on energy-saving upgrades because landlords pay for improvements while tenants pay the bills. Now cities are getting creative with solutions that work for everyone.
Kenya is receiving $43 million from the World Bank to fund climate-smart projects that will create jobs while fighting climate change. The money will support electric vehicles, green buildings, sustainable farming, and waste management across the country.
A new energy-efficient heat pump just launched for hotels and commercial buildings across Southeast Asia, promising to slash carbon emissions while keeping water hot and costs down. The technology uses zero-ozone depleting refrigerants and runs reliably even in tough conditions.