As we stand at the crossroads of environmental challenges and limitless possibilities, the industry must explore the trailblazing innovations that are revolutionizing the way we design, construct, and inhabit our cities and buildings. Our world is undergoing a profound transformation. The urgent need to address climate change has spurred a global awakening, driving us to rethink our approach to the built environment. The built environment, which encompasses everything from our homes to our workplaces, plays a pivotal role in our carbon footprint. It is both the source of many environmental challenges and the canvas upon which we can paint a more sustainable future.

In this edition of SG Green, we delve into the fascinating innovations that are driving the transition to a low-carbon built environment. It is inspiring to witness how the built environment is harnessing cutting-edge technologies, sustainable materials, and visionary concepts to shape our world anew. Innovation is not limited to the physical aspects of the built environment; it also extends to the way we manage and interact with these spaces. Digitalisation, the Internet of Things (IoT), and artificial intelligence are enabling intelligent buildings that adapt to our needs, optimising energy use and comfort while reducing waste. This issue, the sustainability spotlight is put on SGBC Member SP Digital, whose suite of tailored digital solutions can help organisations conceptualise, develop and implement a game plan for sustainability.

However, innovation in sustainability is not just about technology; it is about a fundamental shift in our mindset. It's about reimagining what's possible and challenging the status quo. It's about embracing principles of resilience, adaptability, and regeneration.

As we go through the pages of this magazine, let us be inspired by the industry players who are driving innovation for a greener, more sustainable, and low-carbon built environment. They remind us that every structure we create is a testament to our commitment to a better future for our planet and for generations to come. Together, we can build a world where our cities and buildings are not just shelters but also stewards of the environment, working harmoniously with nature to create a brighter, more sustainable future.

In this issue:

• Sustainability Spotlight - The Race to Zero
• Enabling Potential for Sustainability in the Built Environment
• Partnering for Carbon Neutrality
• The Path to Sustainable Lighting
• Towards a Low-Carbon Built Environment
• Embracing Nature in the City: The Rise of Wooden Structures in Urban Landscapes
• A Step Towards a Greener Future
• Enabling Sustainability in the Built Environment

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About SG Green

First published in 2015, the SG Green magazine is a biannual green building-themed digital publication focused on showcasing green building solutions. Produced and published in-house by the Singapore Green Building Council (SGBC), SG Green focuses on the technical applications of certified green building solutions, sharing best practices, expertise and capabilities in local green building projects. The e-magazine also profiles organisations with an onus on sustainability, featuring their exciting journeys and stories in an insightful format. SG Green is published online in an easy-to-read digital format in the months of March and September each year.

SG Green is prepared by the industry, for the industry, leveraging collective experience to deliver practical content and relevant information to readers in a slick and easy-to-read format. Each issue of SG Green is digitally distributed to thousands of individuals and companies active in the built environment sector locally and worldwide, comprising business owners, property developers, architects, engineers, consultants and sustainability managers.

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