Renovation Plan – 10 Solutions for Sustainability in the Real Estate and Construction Sector

The renovation plan seeks solutions that reduce emissions, nature impacts, and material consumption, and are also economically viable.

The report is divided into two main sections. The first section examines solutions to reduce construction-related product emissions—those generated from the manufacturing and transportation, as well as from construction and demolition. Strengthening the circular economy plays a key role; it both reduces emissions and improves Finland’s position and supply security in a world of dwindling resources.

The second section focuses on the sector’s nature impacts—effects on biodiversity, ecosystem functioning, and habitat quality. In both themes, the solutions considered are not only impactful for the climate and nature but also sustainable for business.

For each solution, this report lists both factors that slow down implementation and recommendations and practical best practices for speeding up progress. Many solutions already exist— what’s needed now is their broad implementation and scaling.