Solutions and Innovation

The built environment is both a major contributor to the climate and ecological crises, and a critical part of the solution. The next decade will be decisive in determining whether the sector can meet its climate goals. Without faster adoption of sustainable solutions, it risks rising emissions, increasing transition costs and stranded asset risk, alongside wider social and environmental impacts.

At UKGBC, we recognise that the scale and urgency of these challenges cannot be addressed through business as usual. Delivering net zero, nature-positive and resilient places requires rapid innovation in technologies, business models and ways of working. Many of the solutions already exist, but systemic barriers are preventing them from scaling at the pace required.

UKGBC takes a collaborative approach to innovation, working with a diverse variety of stakeholders to overcome barriers to scaling and drive action. Key groups include:

• UKGBC’s Solutions & Innovation Advisory Scheme
• UKGBC’s Innovative Start-Up Membership