The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has compiled a list of 25 key climate actions for governments to implement by 2025 in their efforts to reduce emissions.

The actions focus on the five highest emitting economic sectors: agriculture, buildings, electricity, industry and transport – and are organised according to 5 policy levers: invest, regulate, tax and subsidise, lead by example, and inform and educate.

Five actions have been outlined in relation to the building sector:

• Ensure public procurement is climate-friendly and invest in sustainable buildings
• Put in place stringent climate-friendly building codes and standards
• Use tax and financial incentives to renovate existing buildings
• Mainstream sustainable building within urban and rural planning
• Educate planners and contractors on how to construct and maintain green buildings

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