Sustainability in the built environment: Checking boxes or Making real impact?

In this episode with Eleni Polychroniadou we dive into the gap between sensor-driven data and actual decision-making, questioning why so much valuable information remains untapped. Certifications like EDGE, pioneered by the World Bank, are expanding globally—but do they drive genuine efficiency, or just serve as marketing tools? We also tackle the tricky realities of retrofitting old buildings, where cost, political will, and feasibility often clash. With financial incentives still shaping the industry, how long before compliance shifts from a choice to a mandate? As regulations tighten and penalties loom, the future of sustainable building may no longer be an option, but a necessity. Tune in as we uncover what truly defines sustainability in the built world—data, design, or dollars?Host: Chantal Kerr-Sheppard🌟 Call to Action for GreenTruth advocates 🌟🎧 Listen Now:SpotifyApple PodcastsACast🌿 Meet the GreenTruth Team: Learn More💡 Discover TruthTech: Explore Now📚 Disseminate Knowledge with QuTii:Bring scientific research and environmental documentaries to the forefront with