From the raw manufacturing of materials to the final touches of a finished building, the entire process demands a massive amount of energy. Because of this, the construction sector accounts for a staggering 40% of global greenhouse gas emissions. 🔍 The Two Main Causes: Embodied Emissions: Carbon emitted during the manufacturing and transportation of building materials (such as cement, concrete, and steel), which are highly energy-intensive processes. Operational Emissions: C