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Nine out of ten construction professionals agree that more manufacturers need to provide sustainability performance information about their products. That was one of the outcomes of the latest NBS sustainability survey, in which 568 architects, engineers and others gave their views. One of the key ways of achieving this was to provide Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), with architects and other specifiers finding the most useful information about the product stage of its life cycle, when materials are sourced, transported to the factory and made into something. And almost half of those surveyed said they would only specify or choose a named manufacturer on a project if they have declared better than average sustainability credentials. EPDs have been a major commitment within Ideal Standard’s sustainability agenda, and we’ve published them for more than 5,000 products today, broadening this out across our portfolio even further this year. You can find out more about this in our latest sustainability report, Together for a Better Future, here: https://lnkd.in/eZ3aqDzQ #Sustainability #TogetherForBetter #EPDs #Architects #Environment 

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 #𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧: 𝐑𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐦𝐛𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐛𝐨𝐧 The design stage is our golden opportunity to significantly cut the embodied carbon in construction projects. 𝐖𝐡𝐲? Because the extraction, processing, transportation, and manufacturing of materials account for a huge chunk of carbon emissions. Because careful planning always equals better results. By choosing materials with low embodied carbon, we can make a big difference. Every material has a unique carbon profile. Some are naturally lower than others—it’s all about making informed choices that benefit both our projects and the planet. Read more about Design in Construction in our Playbook here - https://lnkd.in/egkWST5E. How do you leverage the design phase to create more sustainable buildings? #Sustainability #Construction #LowCarbonDesign #GreenBuilding #NetZero

Nine out of ten construction professionals agree that more manufacturers need to provide sustainability performance information about their products. That was one of the outcomes of the latest NBS sustainability survey, in which 568 architects, engineers and others gave their views. One of the key ways of achieving this was to provide Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), with architects and other specifiers finding most useful information about the product stage of its life cycle, when materials are sourced, transported to the factory and made into something. And almost half of those surveyed said they will only specify or choose a named manufacturer on a project if they have declared better than average sustainability credentials. EPDs have been a major commitment within Ideal Standard’s sustainability agenda, and we’ve published them for more than 5,000 products today, broadening this out across our portfolio even further this year. You can find out more about this in our latest sustainability report, Together for a Better Future, here: https://lnkd.in/ew-2G2AW #Sustainability #TogetherForBetter #EPDs #Architects #Environment 

Nine out of ten construction professionals agree that more manufacturers need to provide sustainability performance information about their products 👋 That was one of the outcomes of the latest NBS sustainability survey, in which 568 architects, engineers and others gave their views. One of the key ways of achieving this was to provide Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), with architects and other specifiers finding most useful information about the product stage of its life cycle, when materials are sourced, transported to the factory and made into something 🌲 And almost half of those surveyed said they will only specify or choose a named manufacturer on a project if they have declared better than average sustainability credentials. EPDs have been a major commitment within Ideal Standard’s sustainability agenda, and we’ve published them for more than 5,000 products today, broadening this out across our portfolio even further this year. You can find out more about this in our latest sustainability report, Together for a Better Future, here: https://lnkd.in/eGe9cDQx #Sustainability #TogetherForBetter #EPDs #Architects #Environment 

Sustainability is not just a goal; it's an integral practice in all our projects. Here's what we do to ensure sustainability: 1. From the design phase, we select sustainable materials and low environmental impact technologies. Our aim is to maximize energy efficiency and reduce resource consumption. 2. We implement best construction practices that minimize waste and promote recycling. 3. Throughout the building's lifespan, we offer solutions for sustainable maintenance and energy use optimization, ensuring that buildings are not only efficient during construction but also in their daily operation. 👉 Visit our website doublec.com and get to know our projects. #Doublecbycc #ValueEngineering #Architecture #sustainability

According to the @United Nations, the built environment is responsible for 37% of global emissions. We need to reduce our impact as an industry, and fast.   The materials and products that designers specify has huge potential to move the dial. Yet transparency of information, greenwashing, and difficulties in comparing “apples with apples” makes assessing sustainability overwhelming.   In response, Australian Architects Declare have worked alongside industry to create ProductAware. Its aim is to standardise how we ask questions around product sustainability. Its questions and categories have been extensively peer reviewed. The products in its database clearly list their sustainability metrics. And its free for anybody to use and contribute to.   I encourage all to check it out—especially if you want to make a dent in our industry’s massive emissions.   It’s not the answer to every problem. But it could be a big step forward in elevating sustainability and decarbonisation in the built environment, through the sharing of product sustainability information and broad industry adoption.   thanks to all the generous people who put this together - you are legends! Green Building Council of Australia, Australian Institute of Architects, #SustainableBusinessMatters, Living Future Institute of Australia, Suppliers Declare, Materials & Embodied Carbon Leaders’ Alliance, Bates Smart, Cox Architecture, BVN Architecture   https://lnkd.in/gXaR7Jgf

Have you missed the biggest opportunity to reduce #carbonemissions in your projects? For Dewi Jones, sustainability lead, the biggest opportunity is at the early project stage (which is typically short). Speaking to Kika Brockstedt of revalu, Dewi covers lessons learnt in the industry, carbon assessments, and future targets in the #sustainability sector. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eHVCyDcW #WholeLifeCarbon #VERT #EmbodiedCarbon #Architecture

According to the @United Nations, the built environment is responsible for 37% of global emissions. We need to reduce our impact as an industry, and fast. We can start by using better products. But there’s a lot of confusion when it comes to product and materials sustainability. Knowing what matters to designers, which certifications to go for, and how to effectively communicate product sustainability credentials poses a massive challenge. In response, Australian Architects Declare have worked alongside industry to create ProductAware. Its aim is to standardise how we ask questions around product sustainability. Its questions and categories have been extensively peer reviewed. The products in its database clearly list their sustainability metrics. And its free for anybody to use and contribute to. I encourage all to check it out—especially if you want to make a dent in our industry’s massive emissions. It’s not the answer to every problem. But it could be a big step forward in elevating sustainability and decarbonisation in the built environment, through the sharing of product sustainability information and broad industry adoption. Green Building Council of Australia, Australian Institute of Architects, Living Future Institute of Australia, Suppliers Declare, AMPP: Association for Materials Protection and Performance; Materials & Embodied Carbon Leaders’ Alliance Bates Smart, Cox Architecture, BVN Architecture #socialpurpose https://lnkd.in/gXBBXE8z

Research I was part of through my role with Innovation North at the Ivey Business School at Western University is now published! In partnership with CSA Group, we engaged with key stakeholders in the built environment sector to identify how we might move from a take-make-waste economy towards a circular economy. We identified that the adaptive reuse of existing buildings, the adaptive design of new buildings, and the reuse of materials are key elements of a circular built environment. A systems approach is necessary for accelerating this transition given the complexity of the sector and the number of actors involved.