Building activity produces 18% of emissions and a shocking 40% of our landfill waste
Tuesday, June 6, 2023 - 13:13
in Earth & Climate
Architecture, engineering and construction employ 1.2 million people in Australia and account for 9% of GDP. But our biggest services sector also produces roughly 40% of landfill waste and accounts for 18.1% of Australia's carbon footprint. The sector must change its practices fast for Australia to meet its commitments to cut emissions under the Paris Agreement.