SDGs, CSRD and CSDDD are transforming sustainability reporting

Since 2015, the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) have been a global reference for aligning corporate strategies with social, environmental, and economic priorities. However, for years, their implementation within companies remained largely voluntary and was often linked to generic, hard-to-measure commitments. With the entry into force of the CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive) and

The importance of sustainability certifications in the real estate: Castro Group’s commitment

certificações de sustentabilidade

Sustainability is no longer just a trend but a global priority affecting all economic sectors, particularly the real estate sector. In the context of the international targets set by the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the growing demands related to ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) criteria, the real estate sector is responsible for

Functional Monitoring: an essential tool in the efficient operation of buildings

Monitorização Funcional

Functional Monitoring in buildings plays a crucial role in efficient and sustainable management. The continuous Monitoring and evaluation of the performance and operation of the energy-consuming systems and equipment of a building define the process. The process is carried out by collecting and analysing the equipment’s consumption data and functional parameters in real-time or periodically,

Urban gardens: green roofs, vertical gardens and vertical forests

FUSE Valley

The most recent record of 8 billion inhabitants on Earth reminds us of historical population growth levels, the mobilization of the population towards urban centres and, consequently, the alarming signs of disruption of the environment and resources. On the other hand, we see a growing concern of the population with the environment, the space where

Sustainable tourism: rest without leaving marks on the planet

turismo sustentável

Awareness of issues related to climate change and, consequently, sustainability and the need to preserve natural resources is irrefutable. However, the road to effective change is still long and crosses all sectors of activity, including tourism! Tourism growth in the last three decades has brought social, economic and environmental challenges.   In a month typically

Types of Sustainable Materials in Civil Construction

Materiais Sustentáveis na Cosntrução

Sustainability in civil construction is an increasingly popular theme. The activity generates great impacts on the environment, from the moment of the production of the materials to the waste of work. The trend is to review techniques and encourage the use of sustainable construction materials. Buildings, houses, or any other space, to be considered sustainable,