From London to San Jose, global cities unite to make new buildings 'Net-Zero Carbon' by 2030

James Murray
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19 Mayors from around the world sign up to Net Zero Carbon Declaration

The global green building sector received a major boost today, as 19 cities that together provide homes for 130 million people pledged to make all new buildings 'Net Zero Carbon' by 2030 and upgrade existing...

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