According to the World Business Council for Sustainable Development, the built environment contributes 40% of global carbon emissions, over 30% of global final energy use and consumes nearly half of the world’s natural resources. To add to this, Stonehaven research has highlighted the UK is expected to face a shortfall of approximately one million engineers by 2030. | University of Salford
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Introduction 01 The built environment is where we live. It is our homes, offices, the infrastructure around us, our entertainment and leisure spaces, and green areas. It helps people thrive, it is a primary employer and it represents a significant share of national wealth. However, it also contributes 40% of global carbon emissions, over 30%| WBCSD