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Can a skyscraper be low carbon?

Can a skyscraper be low carbon?

Melbourne is building the country’s tallest apartment building and COP27 has just finished. Here’s an explainer linking the two.

In 2027, Australia will complete its tallest apartment project, the $2.7 billion STH BNK skyscraper on Melbourne’s city fringe. The taller of the two towers in the project, at 356 metres, contains a sub-penthouse that has already sold for $35 million, making it the city’s most expensive apartment.

STH BNK architect Ben van Berkel visited Melbourne last week to work on the project. With COP27 having just finished in Egypt, here’s an explainer about carbon emissions and buildings.

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Michael Bleby
Michael BlebyDeputy property editorMichael Bleby covers commercial and residential property, with a focus on housing and finance, construction, design & architecture. He also dabbles in the business of sport. Michael is based in Melbourne. Connect with Michael on Twitter. Email Michael at mbleby@afr.com

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