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  • Unlocking Efficiency: The Global Landscape of Building Energy Regulations and Their Enforcement

     

    Buildings account for 37% of global CO2 emissions, yet more than half of the world lacks mandatory energy efficiency standards for new construction. The World Bank's report, Unlocking Efficiency: The Global Landscape of Building Energy Regulations and Their Enforcement, examines building energy codes across 88 countries, highlighting disparities in adoption and enforcement, and offering actionable recommendations to bridge these gaps. Discover how tailored strategies can drive energy savings, reduce emissions, and support sustainable urban development.

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The World Bank report, Unlocking Efficiency: The Global Landscape of Building Energy Regulations and their Enforcement, features key insights on implementation strategies across 88 countries. Discover practical pathways for strengthening building energy codes through tailored approaches that match technical requirements with institutional capacity and market readiness.

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Building Energy Codes: From Policy to Practice

This primer distills global lessons from 88 economies to guide the development, implementation, and enforcement of building energy codes. It offers practical, evidence-based recommendations for policymakers and technical agencies seeking to strengthen regulatory frameworks and achieve real performance outcomes.