Reducing embodied carbon through facade design

WINTECH_PROFILE_0585

Mark Voss shares his perspective on the industry’s challenges facing the reduction of embodied carbon associated with the building facade and how early input from facade designers can help

As the primary environmental modifier of the building, the facade is a key component in achieving building energy performance targets and improving occupant comfort.

It significantly contributes to maintaining a stable internal environment while keeping the heating and cooling loads of the building to a minimum.

As improved targets within Part L have reduced, and continue to reduce, the operational carbon of buildings, lowering embodied carbon associated with the construction and maintenance of a building becomes a key focus.

 

This is premium content. 

Only logged in subscribers have access to it.

Login or SUBSCRIBE to view this story

Gated access promo

Existing subscriber? LOGIN

A subscription to Building Design will provide:

  • Unlimited architecture news from around the UK
  • Reviews of the latest buildings from all corners of the world
  • Full access to all our online archives
  • PLUS you will receive a digital copy of WA100 worth over £45.

Subscribe now for unlimited access.

Alternatively REGISTER for free access on selected stories and sign up for email alerts