How to calculate embodied carbon
Publication Year
2020
Document Status
Withdrawn
Abstract
Provides an introduction to calculating carbon and embodied carbon as part of the life cycle of building structures and to meet the net zero carbon targets by 2050. Looks at the purpose, principles and impacts, through the lifecycle stages and modules, the inputs, processes and outputs and looks at carbon factor databases.
Document History
Superseded by 2nd edition 2022. Supersedes A short guide to embodied carbon in building structures (IStructE, 2011).
Author
Gibbons, O.P. and Orr, J. J.
ISBN
9781906335472
Publisher Information
Institution of Structural Engineers
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