A net-zero building is designed to have zero or less total greenhouse gas emissions throughout its entire lifecycle. This includes energy use, construction impacts, material extraction, waste, and even benefits from exporting energy or reusing materials after demolition.
Net-zero buildings are vital for reducing the construction industry’s massive 39% contribution to global carbon emissions. As energy grids become greener, reducing "embodied carbon" — emissions from materials and construction — becomes crucial, especially for long-lasting buildings.
There’s also a growing market demand for net-zero projects. Major property investors, cities, and organizations like the World Green Building Council (WGBC) and UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) are pushing for these standards. Aligning with these demands is key for staying competitive.
Net-zero buildings are a crucial step toward a sustainable future. Whether driven by climate concerns or market demands, adopting net-zero practices is essential for reducing emissions and staying ahead in the construction industry. Tools like One Click LCA’s Net Zero Carbon Tool can help make this transition easier and more efficient.
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To design net-zero buildings, follow these steps to minimize emissions
Incorporate circular economy principles by:
Restore climate balance to achieve net zero carbon by:
Additional climate benefits can be gained from the end-of-life use of materials and, in the case of cementitious materials, through their carbonisation during and after the building’s lifespan.
Standard building LCA tools often struggle with the complexities of net-zero carbon design, especially given the variations in net-zero carbon methodologies. The One Click LCA Net Zero Carbon Tool simplifies this process, allowing you to accurately quantify all carbon-emitting and carbon-reducing options to meet local net-zero carbon requirements. With the One Click LCA Net Zero Carbon Tool, you can:
Together Symetri and One Click LCA support your decarbonization journey, learn more about The One Click LCA Net Zero Carbon Tool here.
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