RICS publishes 2nd edition of Whole Life Carbon assessment standard
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has launched the second edition of its groundbreaking Whole Life Carbon Assessment for the Built Environment (WLCA) standard. This new global version ushers in a more developed understanding of the carbon costs and...
The WLC Methodology: Understanding BS EN 15978:2011
In the realm of construction, understanding the environmental performance of a project is critical. The BS EN 15978:2011 is the current UK standard for conducting Whole Life Carbon (WLC) assessments, providing key guidance, procedures, and calculations for these...
RICS Whole Life Carbon Assessment: A Comprehensive Guide
Image Source: FreeImages RICS Whole Life Carbon Assessment (WLCA) is an industry-standard methodology that provides a complete approach to reducing carbon emissions in the built environment. This guide aims to delve into its intricacies and demonstrate how it...
The Evolution of Construction: Embracing the Circular Economy
Image Source: FreeImages The construction industry, notorious for its significant resource consumption, is embarking on a transformative journey. The sector is gradually embracing the principles of the circular economy, a strategic approach that aims to reduce...
Whole Life Carbon: The Future of Climate Change and Energy
Image Source: Unsplash Whole life carbon takes a holistic view of the carbon emissions associated with a building, considering its entire lifecycle from design and construction to use and eventual demolition. This approach is becoming increasingly important in the...
The Sustainable Extraction of Critical Metals: A Path Towards a Greener Future
Image Source: FreeImages Introduction In the quest for a greener future and to combat the pressing challenges of climate change, the sustainable extraction of critical metals has emerged as a crucial area of focus. These metals play a vital role in clean energy...
COURSE: An Introduction to Sustainability in the Built Environment
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FOOTPRINT+
Date: 6-8 June. Location: Brighton
The UK Property Event for a Zero Carbon Future.
FOOTPRINT+ gathers every sector of the UK property market to discover and discuss state-of-the-art methods to achieve Net Zero in real estate.
US Climate Action Summit 2023
Date: 19 Apr. Location: Washington, DC & Virtual
Back for its second year, the US Climate Action Summit unites key leaders in business, politics and advocacy to drive US climate momentum during Earth Week.