Carbon footprint of building materials
Construction is a vital sector for human development, but it is also one of the main contributors to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, responsible for climate change. This sector is responsible for 40% of CO2 emissions, in addition to generating 30% of solid waste and...
Boosting energy efficiency in Spain
In a world increasingly aware of the importance of energy efficiency, Spain is at the center of a renewed commitment to achieve ambitious goals in this area. Last Saturday, March 23, the Ministry for Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge (MITERD) made...
World Water Day
On December 22, 1993, the UN General Assembly proclaimed March 22 as “World Water Day”, with the main objective of raising awareness of the importance of caring for the planet’s water resources. The theme of World Water Day 2024 is “Water for...
Carbon footprint analysis in bidding processes
In recent years, the construction landscape in Spain has undergone a remarkable transformation, especially in the bidding phase of projects, where the evaluation of the carbon footprint embedded in materials is being prioritized through tools such as Ecometro or...
New Energy Efficiency in Buildings Directive
The European Union has taken a significant step in its fight against climate change with the introduction of the new Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD). In a context where buildings are responsible for more than a third of greenhouse gas emissions in the...
Business coherence: being sustainable in words and actions
Sustainability has become a widely used term in the business world. Many companies call themselves “sustainability companies” or “committed to sustainability” in their communications and marketing campaigns. However, true sustainability goes...
World Energy Day: the importance of Nzeb buildings
Today, February 14, we celebrate World Energy Day, a date that reminds us of the importance of using energy resources responsibly and efficiently, prioritizing clean and renewable sources. In this context, the real estate market plays a crucial role, especially with...
Sustainability in the value chain of organizations
Sustainability in the value chain of organizations is a topic of great relevance and interest for companies that want to be responsible for the impact of their activities on the environment, society and the economy. The value chain comprises all parties that are...
