Buildings are the largest energy consuming sector in the world, and account for over one-third of total final energy consumption and an equally important source of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. Achieving significant energy and emissions reduction in the buildings sector is a challenging but achievable policy goal. Transition to Sustainable Buildings presents detailed scenarios and strategies to 2050, and demonstrates how to reach deep energy and emissions reduction through a combination of best available technologies and intelligent public policy. This IEA study is an indispensible guide for decision makers, providing informative insights on: Cost-effective options, key technologies and opportunities in the buildings sector; Solutions for reducing electricity demand growth and flattening peak demand; Effective energy efficiency policies and lessons learned from different countries; Future trends and priorities for ASEAN, Brazil, China

Part 1. Scenarios for the Buildings Sector Ch 1 Buildings Overview Ch 2 Regional Overview and Recommendations Part 2. Technology Solutions and Policy Instruments for the Transition Ch 3 Building Envelopes Ch 4 Heating and Cooling Technologies Ch 5 Lighting, Cooking and Appliances Ch 6 Policies for Buildings