4 sustainable construction trends to watch for in 2026

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By Diana KightlingerJan 20, 2026, 9:56 am122 ptsTrending
Throughout their lifecycle, buildings are among the largest contributors to greenhouse gas emissions and waste. Erecting and operating structures accounts for one-third of global greenhouse gas emissions, while construction and demolition waste amounted to 30-40 percent of the total global solid waste stream in…

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