The carbon-reducing design process, simplified
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Reducing a project’s whole-life carbon emissions is a complex and technical process, yet it’s entirely possible when a building owner teams with bona fide experts in sustainable design. The key is early commitment to both embodied and operational carbon reduction strategies—and holding everyone on the team accountable. From using reclaimed, recycled, and carbon-sequestering materials like timber to installing energy-efficient lighting, heating, and cooling systems, let’s demystify what goes into reducing a project’s carbon profile: