KEY LEARNING 2 Private actors are seen as the most legitimate driving force, though regional priorities differ There is a general consensus that sustainable construction needs to be accelerated, with 87% of respondents saying that we “need to do more” in this area. Players involved in the design phase are seen as a crucial driving force for sustainable construction: according to 56% of stakeholder respondents, architects and engineering firms have the greatest legitimacy to lead the implementation of this transition, followed by private companies in the construction sector (44%). However, there is a wide regional variation in priorities. In Asia-Pacific, Africa and the Middle East, adapting buildings to natural and climatic hazards is frequently stated as a concern, while in Latin America, the use of ecological materials is considered to be a key issue. In Europe, we see a particularly strong interest in building renovation, while the question of affordability is more prominent in North America. These regional differences highlight the need to adapt sustainable construction strategies to local conditions, while maintaining a strong global dynamic. Which of the following do you think are the most legitimate to advance sustainable construction? Base: all stakeholders (4,320 respondents) – two possible answers Architects and building engineers Private companies in the construction sector Public institutions Government officials Citizens Associations Tradespeople 56% 44% 35% 18% 17% 12% 7% 14
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