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Embodied Carbon

Our chemists and clean construction leaders drive the development of our Sustainable Construction software

Locus embodied carbon experts possess a deep understanding of how materials and construction processes contribute to greenhouse gas emissions throughout their lifecycle, from extraction to disposal. Our team members apply their experience in chemistry, building material science, and government infrastructure development, to develop embodied carbon tracking software that helps Locus clients reduce embodied carbon on large-scale construction and drive a circular economy.

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The science of embodied carbon reduction

The science involved in embodied carbon reduction programs is rooted in lifecycle assessment (LCA), which evaluates the environmental impacts of materials and products throughout their entire lifecycle—from extraction and manufacturing to transportation, use, and disposal. This process quantifies the greenhouse gas emissions associated with each phase, allowing for a comprehensive understanding of how different materials contribute to overall carbon footprints.

Lowering carbon footprint with innovative materials

Researchers are continually developing innovative materials with lower carbon footprints, such as bio-based composites or carbon-sequestering concretes. These materials not only minimize emissions during production but can also absorb carbon dioxide during their lifecycle. Through these scientific approaches, embodied carbon reduction programs can effectively contribute to climate goals while promoting sustainable practices in the construction and manufacturing sectors.

“Your team has been amazing! We are extremely pleased with their display of technical skill, competence, and efficiency throughout the process to date. Marian’s been a fantastic leader keeping us on track through an involved process with lots of rabbit holes and our own IT processes. Tricia Walters is one of the best facilitators and product leaders I’ve had the pleasure to meet. Knowledgeable, patient, and keen to anticipate customer needs around every corner. Both are also just amazingly nice and professional people too. The rest of Locus’ team…have also been super helpful SME’s when called on.”

Jeremy WebbPort of Seattle

Tracking the intricacies of embodied carbon emissions

Our embodied carbon specialists helped develop Locus Sustainable Construction – enabling clients to accurately track the actual carbon emissions of a project, not the theoretical footprint. The software is built to handle the intricacies of clean construction, from EPD and EDD to GWP and CO2e; and from the provenance and quarry sources of raw materials to the unit conversions for the materials used.

A credentialed team

In addition to their academic credentials, our embodied carbon leaders have practical experience analyzing and mitigating carbon emissions in the built environment. They bring hands-on experience with lifecycle assessment tools and the hurdles of quantifying the carbon footprint of various materials and construction methods. They have partnered with architects, engineers, consultants, and contractors to convey the importance of embodied carbon reduction strategies and integrate these practices into project planning and execution. This specialized background influences the development of Locus Sustainable Construction software.

Did you know?

Locus Sustainable Construction cloud software tracks the Global Warming Potential (GWP) and quantities of every building material that is used, and then calculates the carbon footprint of a construction project or the cumulative impacts of entire development portfolios.

Embodied Carbon

Our chemists and clean construction leaders drive the development of our Sustainable Construction software

The science of embodied carbon reduction

Lowering carbon footprint with innovative materials

Tracking the intricacies of embodied carbon emissions

A credentialed team

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