Page 76 - CFA_SG25

NBS Sustainability

Webinars

Connecting construction information, working towards
a better and more sustainable industry.

or over 50 years, NBS has helped architects produce their specifications NBS has a host of sustainability webinars that provide
and connect them with manufacturers. It aims to help the industry build key information on how to approach, navigate
Fsafer, more sustainable buildings that make a positive impact on the and deliver sustainable design. To see the latest
future of the built environment and make it easy to do so. NBS is part of sustainability webinars, visit the following link:
Hubexo, a global company which provides cutting-edge data, insights, and www.thenbs.com/knowledge/sustainability
software solutions to the construction industry. or click below on the selected webinar.

76
76

Over the past year, one of NBS’ highlights has been the • 64% of professionals have worked on a net-zero project in the
publication of the Sustainable Futures Report 2024. This past year, a significant rise from 49% in 2022.
comprehensive report, created by NBS in association with • 16% growth in the number of organisations measuring their
the Sustainable Energy Association, Glenigan, and RIBA, was carbon footprint, with 70% now tracking emissions.
designed to offer a thorough assessment of sustainability within • 14% rise in firms setting carbon reduction goals, with 76% now
the UK construction industry. Hundreds of participants were doing so, compared to 62% previously.
surveyed to form the results. • 53% of companies have adopted carbon offsetting strategies,
The Sustainable Futures Report includes several focuses: up from 38% in 2021.
Sustainable Outcomes and Net Zero, Barriers to Achieving
Sustainability, Role of Specification and Project Information, Dr. Lee Jones, Head of Sustainability at Hubexo, said: “These are
Policy and the Future for Sustainability. welcome figures and show that, whilst much more must be done,
the sector is progressively aiming for a sustainable future.
KEY FINDINGS INCLUDE: “Going forward, I would like to see legislation around net zero
• 70% of construction projects now incorporate sustainability building practices going further, covering embodied carbon as
targets. well as operational efficiency. For the industry to truly achieve
• 43% of industry professionals report successfully achieving sustainable outcomes, it needs the government to take a stronger
sustainability goals, up from a third in 2022. lead, supporting with policy and incentives.”
• A 13% increase in net-zero projects compared to the previous
year’s report. Click here to download the Sustainable Futures Report 2024.

CFA Guide to Sustainability 2025/26