Introduction to Embodied Carbon in Buildings
DURATION: 1 hour
1 GBCI general education hour.
This course is part of the Zero Carbon Building Micro-Credential - Essentials badge pathway. Click here to find out more.
An Introduction to Embodied Carbon provides building sector professionals with knowledge to understand the essential role of embodied carbon emissions in construction projects. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of embodied carbon, how it is determined through Life Cycle Assessments (LCA), and the difference between whole building LCAs and product LCAs. An overview of the methodology for calculating embodied carbon will also be covered, including the role of software tools. Participants will also gain insight into understanding the role of Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) in evaluating construction materials.
The course also focuses on providing a practical overview of the main strategies to reduce embodied emissions on building projects. Through solution-based examples, participants will learn how these concepts help to create more sustainable and carbon-efficient buildings. The course also includes an overview of how embodied carbon is addressed in the Zero Carbon Building (ZCB)-Design Standard, as well as insights into the current market and the evolving role of embodied carbon in sustainable construction.
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You will have access for a period of three calendar months from the date the course is made available to you.
Member price: $50
Non member price: $100
Regular price: $100.00
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