PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1785567
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Green building entails a comprehensive approach to the planning, construction, operation, and upkeep of buildings, emphasizing resource efficiency and environmental responsibility. Its core objective is to mitigate the adverse environmental impact of buildings while enhancing their positive contributions to the health and well-being of occupants and communities.
Green building products encompass a variety of categories including exterior products, interior products, building systems, solar products, and others. Exterior products in green buildings pertain to sustainable materials and technologies utilized for constructing and maintaining the building envelope. These solutions are geared towards optimizing energy efficiency and reducing environmental impact. They find application across residential and non-residential buildings, serving multiple purposes such as roofing, flooring, and insulation.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
The sharp rise in U.S. tariffs and the resulting trade tensions in spring 2025 are having a considerable impact on the construction sector, particularly in the areas of material procurement and overall project expenses. Increased duties on imported steel, aluminum, lumber, and machinery have raised costs for builders, contractors, and infrastructure developers, resulting in higher project bids and delays in execution. Manufacturers of construction equipment are also facing challenges, as tariffs on key components and raw materials are driving up production costs and compressing profit margins. Furthermore, retaliatory tariffs from major export markets have reduced demand for U.S.-made construction equipment and materials, putting additional pressure on revenue streams. In response, the sector is increasingly focusing on local sourcing, adopting modular construction methods, and diversifying supply chains to better manage rising costs and maintain project feasibility amid ongoing trade instability.
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The green building market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $588.37 billion in 2024 to $642.19 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing awareness of climate change and environmental sustainability, rising adoption of green building practices, promotion in eco-friendly construction, rising energy costs and a focus on energy conservation encourage energy-efficient building designs, long-term operational cost reductions, automation for efficient building management.
The green building market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $897.79 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing concern about the environment, the introduction of rules and regulations to use eco-friendly materials and solutions, environmental benefits of sustainable building practices, positive impact on the health and well-being of the people, increasing government support for sustainable building practices. Major trends in the forecast period include efficient and innovative production processes, the issue green financing instruments, environmental and sustainable practices, renewable energy solutions, and technological innovations.
The forecast of 8.7% growth over the next five years reflects a modest reduction of 0.9% from the previous estimate for this market. This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. The US is likely to face direct effects due to tariffs on energy-efficient materials, solar panels, and smart systems sourced from Asia and Europe, possibly delaying sustainable construction projects and raising costs. The effect will also be felt more widely due to reciprocal tariffs and the negative effect on the global economy and trade due to increased trade tensions and restrictions.
The increasing interest in sustainable building practices is anticipated to drive growth in the green building market. Sustainable building practices encompass the design, construction, and operation of buildings in an environmentally responsible and resource-efficient manner throughout their lifecycle. This trend is fueled by heightened environmental awareness, economic advantages for building owners, and regulatory mandates. Green buildings contribute to sustainable development by curbing resource consumption, reducing pollution, and fostering healthier built environments for present and future generations. Notably, in February 2024, the US Green Building Council reported a 9% rise in LEED certifications in 2023 compared to the previous year, with an additional 21 certifications for single-family homes in the residential sector. Moreover, there was a noteworthy 51% increase in new LEED project registrations during the same period. Consequently, the increasing focus on sustainable construction methods is fueling the expansion of the green building industry.
Key players in the green building market are prioritizing innovative solutions, such as green concrete alternatives, to enhance sustainability and energy efficiency. Green concrete solutions offer environmentally sustainable substitutes to traditional concrete, aiming to cut carbon emissions, lower resource usage, and promote overall sustainability in construction. For instance, in January 2023, ACC Limited launched ACC ECOMaxX in India, marking a significant advancement in green concrete technology. This range boasts a substantial reduction-ranging from 30% to 100%-in embodied carbon content compared to ordinary Portland cement-based concrete. Leveraging Green Ready Mix Technology, these products can reduce CO2 emissions by up to 100%, while ensuring durability and impeccable finishing through innovative CO2-reduced binders and optimal mix formulations. ACC ECOMaxX meets the sustainable construction needs of various stakeholders, including contractors, developers, engineers, architects, and individual home builders.
In April 2023, SOCOTEC Consulting Inc., a US-based provider of testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) services for the building and infrastructure sectors, acquired Spinnaker Group LLC, a move aimed at bolstering its energy and sustainability consulting services. This strategic acquisition enhances SOCOTEC USA's capabilities in the field, underscoring its dedication to sustainable development. Spinnaker Group LLC specializes in green building communities and sustainable development, aligning well with SOCOTEC's objectives and expanding its footprint in the sustainable construction sector.
Major companies operating in the green building market are Robert Bosch GmbH, BASF SE, Siemens AG, General Electric Company, Raytheon Technologies Corporation, Panasonic Corporation, LG Electronics Inc., International Business Machines Corporation, Cisco Systems Inc., Oracle Corporation, Schneider Electric SE, Honeywell International Inc., ABB Ltd., Daikin Industries Ltd., Johnson Controls International plc, CEMEX S.A.B. de C.V., DuPont de Nemours Inc., Owens Corning, Kingspan Group plc, Signify N.V., Binderholz GmbH, Forbo International SA, Interface Inc., Alumasc Group plc, Amvik Systems Inc., Bauder Ltd., Plastiblok Ltd.
North America was the largest region in the green building market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the market. The regions covered in the green building market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.
The countries covered in the green building market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The green building market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services, such as green roofing and landscaping services, indoor air quality monitoring, and waste management and recycling services. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The green building market also includes sales of solar panels, energy-efficient windows, low-flow plumbing fixtures, sustainable flooring, insulation materials, green roof systems, eco-friendly paints and coatings, and smart building technologies. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
Green Building Global Market Report 2025 from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.
This report focuses on green building market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.
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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.
The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.