7.A
Target 7.A: Promote Access to Research, Technology and Investments in Clean Energy.
Indicator 7.A.1 is international financial flows to developing countries in support of clean energy research and development and renewable energy production, including in hybrid systems.
Responses 1. Reuse of an old building to transfer cost towards building systems while including international involvement.
Challenges The implementation of energy saving systems and renewable energy source requires a high investment and building cost challenges the designer to incorporate all building systems at a reasonable spending cost.
Contributions Sponsored Building Equipment by International Companies. The involvement of international companies through sponsorship of building equipment allows more buildings funds to be allocated towards technology and investments for renewable energy, rainwater harvesting and hybrid vehicle charging. Table 6.1 exhibits the involvement of major international companies; Breezeway, Big Ass Fans and LaFarge towards the building's sustainability goals.
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