Buildings are some of the largest energy users in the world, accounting for over 30% of global final energy consumption (IPEEC, 2015). As urban populations across the world increase over the coming decades, this figure is set to rise. Implementing energy efficiency measures and deploying efficient technologies in the building sector can generate savings in buildings’ final energy use of up to 250 Mtoe by 2040 (IEA, 2015, p. 400). Benefits include lower electricity and fuel costs for businesses and households, lower emissions of greenhouse gases and other pollutants, and increased reliability in meeting energy demand without costly infrastructure and disruptions.

IPEEC’s work in this sector is led by the Buildings Energy Efficiency Task Group (BEET).