Accelerate Sustainable Buildings in the Tropics
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Title
Accelerate Sustainable Buildings in the Tropics
Website
www.weforum.org/stories/2026/03/why-we-must-accelerate-sustainable-buildings-in-the-tropics/
Subject
Rising cooling demand in tropical regions drives energy use in buildings. The piece argues retrofitting existing structures with low-energy solutions can outperform new green builds, and highlights the role of philanthropy and partnerships in scaling net-zero cooling. With 80% of current buildings expected to remain by 2050, decarbonising existing stock is a cost-effective priority for resilient, sustainable cities.
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