Death to the skyscraper: Skyscraper construction, and the financial system that underpins it, is not stopping any time soon, despite its detrimental impact on the environment.

The article informs that skyscrapers have long been predicted to become obsolete, with concerns surrounding their structural integrity and environmental impact. However the construction of super- and mega-tall buildings continues to thrive, with seven of the world's ten tallest buildings being completed since 2015. Building at great heights results in a significant material cost and environmental impact, with the carbon cost of taller buildings being greater than any potential carbon savings.