President Donald Trump signed executive actions Monday and cemented his intent...

CNN Climate 17 days ago

President Donald Trump signed executive actions Monday and cemented his intent to double down on fossil fuels and reverse America's progress on climate change and clean energy, including signing orders to pull United States out of the Paris climate agreement. Trump's day-one actions come as climate change-fueled fires ravage Southern California, following the globe's hottest year on record during which two major hurricanes – Helene and Milton – devastated the Southeast. In his inauguration speech, Trump said he will declare a "national energy emergency," though United States is producing more oil now than any other country at any other time. He intends to streamline permitting and review regulations that "impose undue burdens on energy production and use, including mining and processing of non-fuel minerals," according to a list of priorities from Trump's press office. He also intends to take action to end land and water leasing for wind energy, and undo the Biden administration's actions that promote electric vehicles. Tap the link in @cnnclimate's bio to read more. 📸: Jim Watson/AFP/Getty Images

Daily Sustainability Digest

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The UK government’s commitment to small modular reactors expands the scope for Whole Life Carbon analysis in Construction. By relaxing planning rules, policymakers aim to accelerate decarbonisation and address Embodied Carbon goals. Wider deployment of these reactors supports Net Zero Carbon targets and prompts new avenues for Whole Life Carbon Assessment, focusing on Life cycle cost benefits and reliable Renewable energy sources.

City rebuilding after climate shocks integrates Sustainable Construction methods, including Eco-friendly Construction and Green Building Materials. Lifecycle Assessment tools measure the Environmental Impact of Construction, while Low Carbon Building models encourage Carbon Footprint Reduction. Regions adopt Green Construction principles and Sustainable Architecture to create Energy-efficient Buildings that align with Carbon Neutral Construction goals.

Waste management improvements remain a priority. Digital waste tracking faces delays. Stakeholders emphasise the circular economy, advocating Sustainable Building Practices and Renewable Building Materials to advance Sustainability efforts. This approach preserves resources and supports Low-impact Construction.

Policy reviews address water and flood management, with implications for future Building permits. Strengthened drainage standards and flood protection measures encourage Sustainable Design, reinforcing Sustainable Urban Development while safeguarding Environmental Sustainability in Construction. These changes align with decarbonisation targets and bolster global resilience.

Technological and regulatory shifts illustrate how Construction is adapting to new environmental realities. Greater emphasis on Whole Life Carbon, Embodied Carbon, and Whole Life Carbon Assessment informs each Building’s performance, from materials to end of service. Through renewable systems, Energy-efficient Buildings, and Green Construction practices, the industry pursues lower Life cycle cost. The aim is a more resilient, sustainable sector, equipped to meet global demands without compromising future generations.

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