Steel construction - embodied carbon
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Abstract
The significance of embodied carbon in the lifecycle of a building; how it is calculated and reported; and the impacts of cradle to gate or cradle to cradle approaches. End of life datasets, whole life embodied carbon data for common framing materials and the carbon footprint tool for buildings are explored.
History
This document is no longer available from the original publisher, therefore the status is unconfirmed. In collaboration with TATA Steel.
Subjects
- Building structure
- Special subject areas
- Building systems/frame
- Steel building systems/frame
- Environmental issues/energy
Publisher History
The British Constructional Steelwork Association is the national organisation for the constructional steelwork industry. Publications cover technical, commercial, contractual, quality assurance and health & safety matters.
Information
NBS
NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
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