How does a Green Building balance carbon emissions?

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Climate change

The impact of climate change is for all to experience. It is something that none of us can now ignore. Interestingly, the built environment contributes significantly to greenhouse gas emissions. Since this has come to light, researchers have been diligently working to identify the highest emission contributors and then work at options to minimize these emissions.

If statistics are to be believed, constructed spaces currently contribute to 39% of global energy-related carbon emissions: 28% from operational emissions and 11% from materials used in construction.

The world’s population forecast states that the population will approach 10 billion by the middle of the century, doubling the global building stock.

The building sector has a vital role to play in addressing climate change. The release of carbon in the construction process is referred to as upfront carbon. The forecast is that the emissions from construction will account for about half of the total greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. The entry of start-ups into the construction industry is fast changing the definition of construction materials. 

What is a green building?

A building designed, constructed, or operated to minimize damage to the environment is a green building. A green building is rated on the following:

1.       Location and transport

2.       Sustainable sites

3.       Reduced water usage

4.       Energy Efficient

5.       Materials Usage

6.       Indoor environmental quality

7.       Innovative design

 

What is carbon-neutrality in buildings?

In 2006, the word “carbon neutral” was featured in the New Oxford American Dictionary. Since then, it has gained widespread recognition. This concept refers to the balance between carbon dioxide emissions and carbon absorption from various systems, such as the oceans, forests, and soils. If these emissions are eliminated, the world would have a carbon-neutral economy.

To become carbon-neutral, companies can either reduce their emissions to zero or purchase carbon credits. Thus, the emphasis is on choosing sustainable building materials that sequester CO2. Strawcture Agribiopanels, Cocopanels, and Agrocrete are good examples.

To know how typical green building certifications are being replaced by carbon-neutral green building certifications and if is it possible to reach carbon negativity Click Here

 

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