Introducing the innovative concept of Carbon Storage (CS)-Factor, the research explores how urban planning can improve carbon neutrality through maintaining or restoring carbon storage in these new areas, with a specific focus on wooden construction. The study examines the carbon storage potential of future residential developments in the Uusimaa region, Finland, between 2022 and 2050.
Discover the roadmap to achieving net zero carbon built environments in Australia. The research paper lays the critical principles, targets, and pathways needed for a sustainable future. Balancing operational and embodied carbon considerations, the proposed approach aims for all new buildings and major renovations to achieve net zero operational carbon by 2030, with a phased reduction in embodied carbon quotas leading to net zero by 2040. The comprehensive strategy includes comparing and combining operational and embodied data, ensuring a holistic understanding of carbon emissions.
midst a disparity between academic theory and practical implementation, benchmarking for embodied CO2e in buildings remains a challenge. Despite lacking formal policies, industry leaders are proactively embracing CO2e assessment, driven by upcoming regulations and potential rating benefits. The study highlights persistent uncertainties, including institutional, economic, technical, and knowledge-related barriers. Precise scenario predictions, comprehensive life cycle stage consideration, and grid decarbonization are underscored as pivotal factors.
In the pursuit of a more sustainable future, this study offers valuable insights into the realm of affordable housing and embodied energy reduction. By delving into the drivers, barriers, and techniques shaping the industry’s efforts, the research sheds light on the intricate balance between environmental consciousness and practicality.
As cities worldwide pursue greener and more sustainable public transportation solutions, the choice of the most economically viable bus technology becomes a pivotal decision for urban planners and policymakers. A recent study conducted in Perth has shed light on the true Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for various bus technologies, including Hybrid, Hydrogen Fuel Cell (HFCB), Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), and conventional Diesel buses.
Simplify your construction project’s environmental assessment with the new EPiC Database, providing complete and embodied environmental flow coefficients for construction materials in Australia.