New guide helps construction leaders build climate-ready companies

A new report by the Canada Climate Law Initiative and the Canadian Construction Association urges the construction sector to integrate climate resilience into core governance. The guide offers a roadmap for industry leaders to address climate risks, emphasizing the role of directors and leadership in implementing long-term strategies for sustainable construction. Enhanced climate governance is depicted as a competitive advantage, requiring a coordinated, systems-level approach across all project stages. The report aims to help construction companies navigate climate action and align with a transition to a low-carbon economy.