Dossier #20: Building smart and green

How climate action begins with construction, conviction and capital

No other industry produces as much carbon as construction. And demand for housing will continue to rise sharply through 2030. So the question is: how can we make building and living more climate-friendly and what role can business play? What Next is looking for answers.

Beyond concrete? An introduction Beyond concrete? An introduction

Responsible Growth | Video Story

Sustainable student living Sustainable student living

Project Development company UPP is building sustainable student accommodations across the UK, limiting carbon production in the building lifecycle.

Sustainable student living Come in

Responsible Growth | Outlook

Saving energy with networks Saving energy with networks

Smart buildings, connected infrastructure and intelligent data: Rainer Haueis from Siemens Smart Infrastructure explains how digital technology is turning buildings into autonomous actors.

Saving energy with networks Becoming more efficient – together

Responsible Growth | Crisp & Short

Beyond beauty: buildings that work for the planet Beyond beauty: buildings that work for the planet

From power-generating lifts in Frankfurt to an unexpected oasis in London – discover how the bank is helping shape the future of building and working.

Beyond beauty: buildings that work for the planet More than just a facade

Responsible Growth | Opinion

“The elephant in the climate room” “The elephant in the climate room”

Philipp Misselwitz has a vision: the construction sector can protect the planet rather than harm it. In an interview, he shares how this might work.

“The elephant in the climate room” Unlock expert insights

Responsible Growth | Expert View

How does sustainable building work? Sustainable building: It’s all about the right order

Housing crisis and climate change: The building sector drives CO₂ – refurbishment is key to making sustainable building a reality. Alf Meyer zur Heyde knows how.

How does sustainable building work? How does sustainable building work?

Responsible Growth | Short & Crisp

Sustainable home financing over the decades Sustainable home financing over the decades

Deutsche Bank has been providing residential mortgages since 1968. Later, it began advising clients on energy saving concepts. Find out how else Deutsche Bank has been championing sustainable homes over the years.

Sustainable home financing over the decades A look into history

Responsible Growth | Crisp & Short

The pinnacle of green construction: the best from nature and lab The pinnacle of green construction: the best from nature and from the lab

In tomorrow's world, buildings could be made from things that are alive, intelligent and just different. New materials are changing how we think and live.

The pinnacle of green construction: the best from nature and lab Green and genius

Responsible Growth | Expert Video

Building the future: sustainable, smart, affordable Building the future: sustainable, smart, affordable

Sustainable building doesn’t have to be costly. Listen to Alf Meyer zur Heyde and discover smart, affordable upgrades that boost your home’s value now and long-term.

Building the future: sustainable, smart, affordable Modernise – but how?

Responsible Growth I Insights

Climate protection starts at home Climate protection starts at home

From Frankfurt to Bangalore, Deutsche Bank colleagues show how sustainable living starts at home – with solar panels, green power and creativity.

Climate protection starts at home Meet our climate heroes

Responsible Growth | Quiz

Quiz: Still building or already amazed? Quiz: Still building or already amazed?

How future-proof is your knowledge about building for tomorrow? Test your know-how on the most exciting materials and find out if you’re already thinking ahead of the crowd.

Quiz: Still building or already amazed? Curious minds click here

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