Construction and operation of buildings is responsible for 40% of global CO2 emissions. It’s essential that significant changes in the building industry happen to reduce these emissions. To accomplish this companies are implementing innovative building practices and materials sourcing aimed at creating net zero or net positive buildings.

The short films in "Built Environments" are:

Blue Rock Station
Blue Rock Station is sustainable living center in Ohio where interns learn about eco-friendly buildings, renewable energy and green living.

Delta Electronics
Delta Electronics has built a "net positive" corporate headquarters powered entirely by solar and geothermal energy.

Sol Lux Alpha
Sol Lux Alpha is a "net positive" condominium where a solar canopy provides 100% renewable energy to residents and powers electric vehicle chargers in the garage.