Inspiring global climate action from one of the world’s most diverse and populous cities.
Buildings account for nearly 40% of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions and in major world cities, this figure is much higher. In London for example, around 80% of emissions come from burning fossil fuels to power and heat buildings.
Decarbonizing the built environment is imperative to solving the climate crisis. Creating a net zero capital city is no easy task – but is within reach. We already have the technology we need to turn buildings from one of the biggest challenges into one of the biggest, quickest wins for net zero. And we’re proving this across the globe every day.
Our partnership and impact with customers shows how we are addressing some of London’s key themes this year such as delivering a net zero and resilient UK, and financing the global climate transition:
- Johnson Controls partners with Hounslow Council to decarbonize schools and public buildings
- Johnson Controls partners with Derwent to reduce energy use and emissions across 96 buildings
Johnson Controls is proud to join London Climate Action Week, and work with business and public leaders, academics and industry associations to create smart, healthy, sustainable buildings and solve for net zero.
Check out these LCAW events, and come meet our net zero team there!
- The Climate Pledge Reception, Wednesday 26th June, Goals House, London
- Climate Innovation Forum, Thursday 27th June, Guildhall, London
Meet our team at London Climate Action Week
Katie McGinty, Vice President and Chief Sustainability and External Relations Officer
“Sustainability is no longer a trade-off, as buildings move from balance-sheet liabilities to strategic assets. Simply put, sustainability is good for business and good for the environment.”
I am Vice President & Chief Sustainability & External Relations Officer at Johnson Controls. I have worked for 30 years as a sustainability leader in both the private and public sectors, bringing together business and government leaders around the world to drive progress toward a net zero future for buildings. I also lead the team steering Johnson Controls’ ambitious sustainability agenda to ensure our operations are environmentally and socially responsible. This has earned Johnson Controls numerous awards and recognitions as a global sustainability leader.
My latest interviews on net zero technology, financing sustainability, and meeting global climate goals:
Jamie Cameron – Head of Sales, EMEALA Strategic Accounts
“Through technology and innovation, we’re enabling our customers to embrace decarbonization in a smart way, and it shows, According to our latest study with Forrester, there is widespread acceptance that sustainability is a business priority and sustainable buildings are better for the balance sheet.”
I lead the Sales organization for our strategic accounts in the EMEALA region at Johnson Controls – working very closely with our regional sales team. These represent our biggest customers across all industry sectors from banking to energy, pharmaceuticals, hospitality and more. I joined Johnson Controls in 2020, initially leading the digital business for the UK and Ireland and then moving into my EMEALA strategic accounts role in 2022. Prior to that, I worked in software sales in the building technology industry. I hold a first-class degree in Management Sciences from Loughborough University Business School.
- Microsoft AI Showcase: Impact of AI on sustainability
- Johnson Controls Named to Forbes Best Employers for New Grads 2024
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Rohan Chopra – Director of Sustainable Infrastructure, EMEALA
“Organizations no longer need to compromise to achieve their sustainability goals. ESG and business performance go hand in hand and those that embrace a holistic net zero strategy can reap the results to the bottom line.”
I lead the Sustainable Infrastructure Development team for our Europe, Middle East and Latin America region. Our team is creating a world where net zero, resilient and efficient built environments are delivered through contracted outcomes. These enable our customers to achieve their sustainability goals while optimizing their building performance and managing costs.
I joined Johnson Controls in September 2022 as the director for Sustainable Infrastructure and have close to 15 years experience in the building decarbonization industry. I hold a Master’s degree in Business Administration and an Engineering degree from India.
London Climate Action Week: I look forward to meeting with private and public sector stakeholders and meeting with many Johnson Controls colleagues on the ground.
- World Future Energy Summit, Abu Dhabi: ‘A Technology insight into building energy efficiency’
- The Middle East and Africa Sustainability Leaders
- Profile: Top 100 Middle East Sustainability Voices
Want to meet at LCAW? Message me on LinkedIn.