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How to facilitate effective decision-making: Standardize expectations for project-level embodied carbon reporting. #sustainability #design #construction

#Decarbonisation tech platform One Click LCA has launched a new international study about decarbonising the #construction value chain. According to the Construction LCA and Embodied #Carbon Experts Outlook 2024 report, 59% of respondents expect at least a 10% reduction in embodied #carbonemissions in buildings by conducting life-cycle assessments (LCAs). #greenconstruction #construction

The built environment plays a major role in the health of earth’s environment, and green-construction initiatives can significantly improve global sustainability. With the rise of green initiatives, Lyndon Richards, Jeremy Russell and Ilham Adan discuss how to embed sustainability innovations into your construction contracts. #GreenConstruction #SustainableBuilding #EcoFriendlyDesign #MiddleEast https://lnkd.in/euYTb5Mh

We regularly advise on how to balance sustainability obligations against wider project objectives and this article sets out just some of the practical considerations to keep in mind when taking "green" projects to market.

With a combination of ALLPLAN & One Click LCA, the #CO2footprint of planned #construction projects can be determined and addressed during the design phase #Sustainability #Energy https://bit.ly/3VtMh7O

One Click LCA and the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) announce strategic partnership to accelerate decarbonization in the U.S. construction industry 🏗️ “Our new partnership with One Click LCA will greatly benefit our members by offering tools and resources that empower projects with the knowledge and skills to create more sustainable buildings and communities,” says Rhiannon Jacobsen, Managing Director, U.S. Market Transformation and Development, USGBC.  “Our members are essential to our success, and we take pride in collaborating with organizations like One Click LCA, which share our commitment to transforming the built environment for the betterment of human and environmental well-being.”  Key partnership benefits: ✔️ Discounted access to One Click LCA software for USGBC members ✔️ Improved educational resources on LCA and sustainable practices ✔️Joint outreach efforts to drive industry-wide decarbonization This collaboration enables USGBC members with the tools and knowledge needed to reduce carbon footprints in building projects, supporting the industry's shift towards more sustainable practices. Together, we're building a sustainable future for America's construction industry. 🌎🏢 👉 Learn more about the partnership: https://lnkd.in/dmBDUVVm #Sustainability #GreenConstruction #DecarbonizationInitiative #USGBC #OneClickLCA

The push for Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) transparency calls for embrace of accountability by offering clear, credible data on the life-cycle impact of materials in building supply and construction.   The open letter from the contractorsCAN (Carbon Action Network), supported by major U.S. construction firms like Clayco, Skanska, and Turner Industries, is urging building material manufacturers to provide EPD signals in a decisive call for sustainability. There is growing pressure on companies to adopt sustainable practices and meet evolving regulatory standards.   Builders will prioritize partnerships with materials suppliers who can demonstrate verified environmental credentials, ensuring compliance with regulations and meeting client demands for environmentally responsible construction.   Melanie Nakagawa recently highlighted building materials like steel and cement account for 13.5% of global carbon emissions. Suppliers must have data on hand to offer clarity on material selection, enabling them to make informed decisions that align with sustainability goals and green certifications.   Providing comprehensive EPDs demands investment in lifecycle assessments, supply chain transparency, and digital tracking systems to accurately monitor and report product performance. Companies that fail to adapt risk being excluded from projects that require sustainable materials.   Avanade is partnering with product suppliers as well as residential and nonresidetntial builders to streamline data collection, analysis, and documentation. Automated reporting ensures that EPDs are readily accessible.   Moreover, builders can leverage digital platforms that integrate EPD data with building information modeling (BIM), allowing for more efficient project planning and optimization of materials usage.   Those who adopt digital technologies to ensure transparency and meet sustainability goals will be better positioned to sell to markets facing stauncher regulation, and will also contribute to shaping a more environmentally responsible industry. Scott Baker Jenelle Shapiro Rollis Reisner Rakhi Oli Stephanie Vega Mauro Gregorio Bruce A. Wesner, MBA, CRL William Jenkins Kaela Marie Malaki Emily Vesling Joey Shea Natalia Aguilar N. Tyrone Ellis Henry Chriss Liz Minné, Ph.D. Wes Penn Michael Wong Bill Velasco, CPA Nathan Cox Richard Mack Bob Terry Linda Ferguson Mark Thompson Jim Ross Todd Lindblad Shawn McGill Valerie Soter, SPHR, GPHR, SHRM-SCP Pavan Umesh Chee Wee Gan Steven Riebe Myrrh Caplan, MBA, LEED Fellow Elsa Mullin Tolga Tutar Alana Spencer, LEED AP BDC, Fitwel Ambassador Sean Moran 🔸 🔸 🔸 #EPD #SustainableData #SupplyChain #GreenSupplyChain #SustainableMaterials #BuildingMaterials #BuildingSupply #ConstructionSupply #ResidentialConstruction #RealEstate #NonresidentialConstruction #LEED #LBM #AI #GenAI #BuildingInnovation

We’re living in exciting times for sustainable construction, witnessing the rise of new standards and methodologies. As a sustainable construction professional, I believe the key to transitioning from conventional to sustainable construction is adopting the Life Cycle Assessment approach for our projects. To support this transition, I'm starting a new series of articles on LCA. This series will cover methodologies, benchmarks, standards, practical guides, and everything relevant around this form of analysis. Here’s the first article, which goes through the fundamentals of LCA, the types of impacts it assesses, and its application in the building industry. Let's drive sustainability forward, one project at a time! #SustainableConstruction #LifeCycleAssessment #LCA #GreenBuilding #Sustainability #ConstructionInnovation #EnvironmentalImpact

𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 – 50 embodied carbon-reduction policies and best practices A large part of the construction sector’s carbon emissions come from building products and materials – embodied carbon.  Embodied carbon has become the focus of regulatory bodies, making it a risk factor for developers and investors to price into construction projects.  This report is for developers and investors, who drive transformation at the early stages of building projects. It guides them on reducing embodied carbon and future-proofing new construction projects. The proposed measures and requirements are flexible and easily combined with different green building certifications or sustainability reporting systems. ----------------------------- Pecunica (www.Pecunica.com) supports the BuildAction initiative for sustainable development and action.   BuildAction (www.BuildAction.org) features enablers of the sustainable development of communities (https://lnkd.in/ddZC2K4W) and their tools and solutions (https://lnkd.in/dNXED_6V).   If not now, 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗻? If not you, 𝘄𝗵𝗼? It’s up to 𝘆𝗼𝘂!  ------------------------------ #Construction #SustanableDevelopment #EmbodiedCarbon #Developers #Investors Authors: Panu Pasanen, Sara Tikka, Lorélia le Gouvello, Kostas Koukoulopoulos, Vasilis Kalfountzos, Libby Bounds Publisher: Global Alliance for Buildings and Construction (GlobalABC) Imagery: Ibid Source: BuildAction (www.buildaction.org) Like it (👍)! Share it! Click image:

By meticulously analyzing the environmental footprint of building materials throughout their entire lifecycle, Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs) have emerged as a critical tool for the construction industry. This methodology aids construction firms in minimizing their environmental impact, distinguishing themselves in a competitive market, ensuring compliance with stricter environmental standards, and fostering trust through transparent processes. Read how it unlocks the potential for a greener future in construction: http://dlvr.it/T3513w #ConsciousEngineering  #greenbuilding  #sustainability #LCA #LifeCycleAssessment