With buildings accounting for 39% of global emissions, and trillions of dollars of real estate assets at risk due to climate hazards, there is a strong imperative for constructing and retrofitting buildings to be resilient, responsive, and energy-efficient.

Building owners, operators, asset managers, and others can realize both long and short-term returns through carbon and utility cost reductions, business continuity, resilience, occupant comfort, and asset viability benefits. This report highlights the value of energy-efficient buildings and provides methods for their financing, designing, and construction.

This report educates readers and increases awareness about grid interactivity’s role in constructing sustainable, energy-efficient, and resilient buildings, contributing to a reduction in global carbon emissions. Moreover, it offers practical implementation strategies for industry stakeholders, underlining the economic benefits and competitive advantage of this approach. The insights from the report could influence policy-making, promote more energy-efficient practices, and support climate change mitigation, thus playing a significant role in fostering a more sustainable and resilient future.