Technology and Innovation Pathways for Zero-carbon-ready Buildings by 2030

A strategic vision from the IEA Technology Collaboration Programmes

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This report provides the strategic vision of experts from the IEA Technology Collaboration Programmes (TCPs) on how to help achieve some of the most impactful short-term milestones for the buildings sector outlined in the IEA’s Net Zero by 2050 Roadmap.

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TCPs strategic vision

All countries targeted for zero-carbon-ready codes for new buildings by 2030
Renovation of near 20% of existing building stock to zero-carbon-ready by 2030 is ambitious but necessary
Installation of about 600 million heat pumps covering 20% of buildings heating needs required by 2030
Approximately 100 million households rely on rooftop solar PV by 2030
Solar PV and wind supply about 40% of building electricity use by 2030
350 million building units connected to district energy networks by 2030, provide about 20% of space heating needs
Solar thermal technologies deployed in around 400 million dwellings by 2030
Targeting 100% LED lighting sales by 2025
Residential behaviour changes lead to a reduction in heating and cooling energy use by 2030
By 2030 EVs represent more than 60% of vehicles sold globally, and require an adequate surge in chargers installed in buildings