There is stark inequality between Brazil's north and its more affluent...

CNN Climate 6 months ago

There is stark inequality between Brazil's north and its more affluent south. But even in Rio Grande do Sul, one of the wealthiest Brazilian states, affluent parts of Porto Alegre stand in sharp contrast with the rundown towns on its periphery, like Canoas. Nearly three weeks after the first rains hit southern Brazil, water levels are still too high for Karine Pitana, a 42-year-old nurse, to return home. With the waters receding very slowly, Pitana is now stuck with her brother and his family in a neighborhood on higher ground. She’s also unable to commute to work, despite hospitals desperately needing nurses like her. “I try to move around, my brother and my sister-in-law take me to the shelters, me and my daughter, and we end up helping some of the people there,” she said. Click the link in bio for more. 📸 : Jefferson Bernardes/Getty Images

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The recent focus of sustainability in construction centers on significant international climate negotiations and financial commitments. At COP29, world leaders are discussing a new spending commitment to address climate change. These discussions are vital for advancing sustainable practices, especially in construction where reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency are critical goals.

The Paris Climate Agreement is another focal point. There is increased pressure on nations to enhance their environmental commitments made in 2015. This has direct implications for sustainable construction as it emphasizes the need for innovative building practices to reduce the global temperature rise to 1.5°C.

Challenges in global carbon trading could delay climate action. Nearly 200 countries are working to agree on a framework at COP29. A resolution here is essential for setting consistent carbon pricing which impacts construction projects significantly, driving the need for greener materials and sustainable practices.

In a move to support climate-tech innovation, a government has launched Climaventures, a program designed to boost local climate-tech startups. This initiative is pivotal for enhancing capital landscapes and could lead to cutting-edge technologies in construction, offering cleaner solutions and more sustainable building methods.

Overall, as nations deal with policy and financial approaches to mitigate climate change, the construction industry stands at the forefront. Embracing sustainable methods will not only help meet international commitments but also revolutionize building practices for a healthier planet.

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