As the world pushes forward on its twin transition, green and digital, the construction sector stands at a crossroad. Responsible for over 40% of EU energy consumption and 36% of greenhouse gas emissions, the built environment must rapidly evolve. One of the most powerful enablers of this transformation is digitalization. Building […]
The construction industry is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by climate goals, digital innovation and the push for circularity. But as buildings become smarter and more sustainable, the sector faces a major bottleneck: a shortage of skilled professionals equipped to deliver sustainable results. To meet the EU’s climate targets and […]
Nutrition plays a critical role in preventing disease and improving quality of life. The WELL Building Standard™ addresses this issue through its Nourishment Concept, which empowers organizations to promote healthier eating by shaping the environments where people spend most of their time. Rethinking food access and environment In today’s world, […]
Răzvan Nica, founder and CEO of BuildGreen, recently spoke with Forbes Romania about the current challenges facing the construction and real estate sectors, as well as the evolving role of sustainability and ESG in shaping future development. In the interview, he highlights how the local market is under pressure due […]
As we face growing pressure to decarbonise the built environment, the construction sector must urgently reimagine how materials are sourced, used, and recovered. One of the most promising and underutilized strategies is urban mining: the practice of recovering valuable materials from existing buildings at the end of their life cycle […]
Sustainability in construction has evolved far beyond checklists and green labels. Today, it defines how buildings are designed, built, operated and renovated, especially in a world increasingly driven by energy costs, environmental responsibility and human wellbeing. Performance means efficiency In the current landscape, building performance starts with one essential principle: efficiency. […]
We all know that water is vital, but how often do we stop to consider the quality and accessibility of water inside the buildings where we live, work and learn? Nearly two-thirds of the human body is made of water, yet many people do not drink enough of it, even […]
In the past decade, green building certifications have gone from nice-to-have seals of approval to essential business tools. But perhaps the most important transformation has occurred over the last five years, a shift from symbolic compliance to real-world performance. Today, it’s not enough for a project to earn a certification […]
As the pioneer of green building certifications in Romania and the country’s first licensed BREEAM assessor, BuildGreen has been at the forefront of driving sustainability in the built environment for over a decade. One question that continues to surface in industry conversations is: What does the future hold for sustainable certifications? The answer […]
In February 2025, the European Commission adopted the Omnibus Initiative, a sweeping revision of sustainability reporting regulations under the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). While the legislative package is still awaiting European Parliament approval and national transposition, its early effects are already rippling through real estate, finance and sustainability circles. Three months […]
