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The environment and the construction industry are both crucial to our future. Historically, construction has often negatively impacted the environment through resource depletion and pollution. However, recognising these challenges has led to innovation and positive changes in construction practices. Embracing responsible and innovative approaches is essential towards a sustainable future. At MRCB, we are committed to environmental stewardship as responsible builders. We believe the construction industry collectively can make a positive impact. Here are some of the sustainable practices we strive to embed in our projects. #ConstructionIndustry #GlobalGoals #StandForSustainability #SettingTheStandard

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 (𝗘𝗣𝗗𝘀) 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻? As the construction industry faces growing pressure to reduce its environmental impact, 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 (EPDs) are emerging as a crucial tool for transparency and sustainability. These independently verified reports go beyond carbon emissions, offering insights into a product’s broader environmental impacts and lifecycle. In a recent webinar, experts Jane Anderson, Simon Corbey, Frank Hovorka and Mark Lynn discuss the growing importance of EPDs in driving sustainable construction. Despite challenges in adoption, their increasing use worldwide underscores their vital role in shaping a greener future. Discover how your projects can benefit from adopting EPDs today: https://lnkd.in/etpnBCq4 #ExpertsInConversation #EPDs #SustainableConstruction 

Choosing the right piping system is crucial for achieving sustainable building goals. Take a look how you can reach them with clear guidance through the process. 💚🏢🎯 #aquatherm #EPD #LEED #DGNB #BREEAM #sustainability

Sustainable building: Efficient, transparent, future-proof! The construction industry is facing increasing demands: Legal requirements and tenders demand more sustainability. Certification systems such as LEED, DGNB or BREEAM provide building owners and planners with clear guidelines. Why environmental product declarations (EPDs) are important: - They provide transparent environmental data on products. - They enable an objective comparison of building materials. - They increase the score for building certificates, especially with the verified EPDs from aquatherm. With aquatherm, you benefit from pipe systems that not only meet the sustainability criteria, but exceed them. Our EPDs are certified in accordance with EN 15804+ A2 and provide you with optimum support for your certification goals. Read our blog now and download our whitepaper: https://lnkd.in/e8ksad2j #sustainability #construction #LEED #EPD #aquatherm

Interesting article written by my colleague, John Burgess as he shares key take-aways focused on sustainable building practices and updates to the EU's EPBD and EED. #WeAreArup #EnergyEfficiency #BuildingDesign

Enhancing the ability to assess and optimize the environmental impacts of construction projects across their entire life cycle, thereby contributing credits. #Sustainability #LifeCycleAssessment

Recently the need for Life-Cycle Assessment (LCA) is increasing where developers are aiming to achieve improved projects' efficiency, through responsible selection of construction materials. Milieu EC has completed several LCAs for the purpose of LEED certification; LCA for 3building material categories has been calculated using the huge library of EPDs (Environment Product Declarations) available; EPD is used to calculate materials' respective environmental impacts.  Below graph shows how material selection would achieve less environmental emissions to the environment; hence improving the overall construction life cycle. Blue represents the proposed case, Orange represents base case.

Businesses in the construction sector are facing tough environmental challenges. Read how Colemans are responding at https://lnkd.in/gYM92EJw #netzero #carbonmanagement

Modular building construction methods can significantly reduce environmental impact 🌍🌱 We build everything in one place so we're able to be as efficient as possible and significantly reduce the amount of waste we generate. Just another #UniplanAdvantage #UniplanGroup #ModularHomesAustralia #HomeDesignAustralia #SustainableBuilding

Read the latest Property Elite blog on the RICS APC Construction Technology & Environmental Services competency (for Building Surveyors), as published in the RICS Built Environment Journal. Read more: https://buff.ly/4eTk3ee #buildingsurveyor #ricsapc #apc #ricsapc #assocrics #charteredsurveyor #coaching #construction #property #realestate #surveying #surveyor