Tag: construction materials
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Owner Benefits of Healthier Building Materials
Collaborating with our consultants allows you to play a pivotal role in this transformative journey because as an owner you have the unique ability to set goals and direct stakeholders in the selection and installation of thoroughly vetted, healthier materials that reduce embodied carbon and protect and enhance human health and well-being. Read more
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How do I Reduce Embodied Carbon in My Building?
By Amy Johns “Embodied carbon” refers to the greenhouse gases released in the manufacturing and transportation of something. As a rule of thumb, if a material requires combustion or melting in its manufacturing (think glass, concrete, steel), it’s high in embodied carbon. Plant-based materials tend to be lower in embodied carbon—or even carbon sequestering, depending… Read more