RICS establishes global whole-life carbon collaboration

RICS has established a new collaboration to harmonise how whole-life carbon emissions are measured across the global built environment.

The Drastic Project: Reducing whole life carbon and increasing circularity in the built environment

Rachael Twigg, of the WGBC, discusses Drastic's quest for increased circularity, sustainability and affordability in the built environment. The post The Drastic Project: Reducing whole life carbon and increasing circularity in the built environment appeared first on Planning, Building & Construction Today.

Is whole life carbon assessment the missing piece in net zero standards?

Jonathon Hill, director of Enevo Building Compliance, explores whether the pilot standards due to come in later this year are fit for purpose. The post Is whole life carbon assessment the missing piece in net zero standards? appeared first on Planning, Building & Construction Today.

Driving innovation in the structural roofing and decking market

Building Systems UK recently announced a suite of innovations for their ComFlor® structural steel flooring and RoofDek family – with the launch of a range of new products that reduce both the total cost of ownership and whole-life carbon, and increase the efficiency of installation.… The post Driving innovation in the structural roofing and decking market appeared first on Construction News.

CIAT supports proposed Part Z embodied carbon regulations

The Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT) has announced its endorsement of regulating the ‘whole life’ carbon in construction for net-zero targets. The post CIAT supports proposed Part Z embodied carbon regulations appeared first on Planning, Building & Construction Today.

RICS - The RICS Whole Life Carbon Assessment (WLCA) 2nd Edition Consultation, 17032023

The RICS Whole Life Carbon Assessment (WLCA) is set to become the world-leading standard for carbon measurement in the built environment. Widely used by professionals across the UK, and internationally, the second edition will establish a global benchmark for consistent carbon measurement at all project stages. The RICS is currently consulting on the second edition and is seeking feedback from those involved in all phases of construction projects.

HS2 - on track to net zero webinar, 22032023

In partnership with Decarbonising Transport Week, this webinar explores: • The project and operation of HS2 – delivering zero carbon travel between London, Birmingham, Manchester, and the biggest cities in Scotland. • HS2’s modal shift impact – enabling more journeys to be made by electric powered trains and active forms of travel in place of fossil fuelled road vehicles and planes. • The prevalence of high-speed rail in Europe and how it has decarbonised the continent’s transport system.

RIBA Architecture - Net Zero - what does it mean and how do we get there, 02072021

Hear leading practitioners and researchers discuss these questions and the role of architects and engineers in moving towards a Net Zero future. All panellists are active members of LETI and co-authors of LETI guidance on whole life carbon and embodied carbon

RIBA - RIBA 2030 Climate Challenge, 21072021

The built environment is responsible for around 40% of global carbon emissions and architects have a significant role to play in reducing UK greenhouse gas emissions to net zero. The Royal Institute of British Architects has developed the 2030 Climate Challenge to help architects design within a climate conscious trajectory and provides a stepped approach towards reaching net zero. Watch Alex Tait, Head of Technical Practice at RIBA, give a brief introduction to the 2030 Climate Challenge

BE-ST - Low Carbon Learning, Fabric and Structures - Module 5, approach to delivery of Net Zero Buildings Skills, 29032022

A webinar about low carbon construction. Four specific areas are highlighted: 1) "Fabric First" approach and how it can help reduce consumption of energy and build towards greater energy efficiency 2) Carbon Accounting - processes now being used in construction projects 3) Mass Timber Solutions - looking at Whole Lifecycle Analysis from forest floor to Built Environment & how it can help us with Net Zero 4) Sustainable Materials - processes, practices & solutions within construction