Building Decarbonization Barometer: The State And Progress Of Global Building Sustainability

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Executive Summary

With decarbonization a key agenda item for major global firms, Verdantix sought to
investigate market performance against goals, identify areas of high inertia and aid
firms in overcoming challenges.

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Dayann Charles

Dayann Charles

Senior Manager, Advisory Services

Dayann is a Senior Manager in the Verdantix Advisory Services practice, with extensive experience leading strategic projects across the Verdantix landscape. He specializes in ...

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Claire Stephens

Claire Stephens

Research Director

Claire Stephens is a Research Director at Verdantix, leading research into technologies and services shaping the real estate and the built environment, encompassing ...

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