“This true example of industry collaboration began with bringing together key representatives from across the built environment sector to shape the proposals. Four task groups comprised of over 70 experts have been formed to work through the implications of decarbonisation across sectors and to develop a timeline of solutions.

“What makes the project more exciting is that it’s just one of many. The development of national Roadmaps are being led by GBCs across 10 European markets and will allow a common vision for achieving net zero carbon in the construction, operation and demolition of buildings and infrastructure.

“It’s been an incredible opportunity to work with so many experts from different sectors. The issues around decarbonisation of our buildings and infrastructure can be boiled down to some really simple messages, but the delivery of this at scale across the entire industry quickly becomes a complex and interrelated puzzle.

“Sharing the findings of the project with policy-makers is critical, and we’ve had close engagement with key government departments, as well as the Committee on Climate Change throughout the process.

“We now have some very clear messages on how the regulatory approach to energy performance of buildings needs to change, and the speed at which this needs to happen. Measurement and regulation of embodied carbon is also a critical recommendation, as although this can form up to 50% of project life-cycle emissions, mitigation is currently entirely voluntary.

“Ultimately, I’m hopeful the project will galvanise industry action as we embark on the decade of action needed to resolve the climate crisis.”