Advancing Just Transitions in the Built Environment

This report highlights inspiring efforts and concerning trends in greening homes and shaping climate policies, noting cities like Athens, Valparaiso, Jakarta, and Lagos beginning decarbonisation efforts. It underscores the need to learn from mistakes, prioritize human rights, and foster inclusive processes to accelerate climate transitions. The study reveals that while some decarbonisation initiatives reduce inequalities, others generate greenlash—pushback hindering the transition, costing time, money, and leaving communities behind.