A growing number of countries are working to decarbonise buildings, but sluggish progress and financing puts global climate goals at risk.

A global study has highlighted a strong industry need for carbon transparency, with over 80 per cent of all respondents stating that environmental product declarations (EPDs) influence material purchasing decisions in building projects.

The world’s first fire station to achieve LEED Platinum v4 certification has been completed in Riyadh’s King Abdullah Financial District, according to Omrania, a Saudi Arabian architectural and engineering firm, which designed the project.

Zayed International Airport (AUH) has achieved a Three-Pearl Estidama construction rating, becoming one of the largest buildings in the UAE to secure the prestigious sustainability certification, according to Abu Dhabi Airports.

Expo City Dubai and the UAE Independent Climate Change Accelerators (UICCA) have announced a strategic partnership to accelerate sustainable urban innovation.

City Glass – Bahrain has secured its first skyscraper project, the 32-storey Catamaran Verandas, marking a significant step in its ambition to become a regional leader in facade solutions for high-rise buildings, the company said.

Hansgrohe Group showcased an innovative grey water recycling solution aimed at sustainable water use at the ISH 2025, a leading trade fair for HVAC and water, held in Frankfurt, Germany, last month.