In the quest to design sustainable buildings, it is imperative to consider the total environmental impact. While operational carbon — the emissions from heating, cooling, and powering a building — has been the focus for years, embodied carbon is gaining significant attention. Embodied carbon refers to the emissions produced during Read more…
In the contemporary age of sustainable construction, Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) stands out as an indispensable tool. It provides an encompassing understanding of the environmental implications of building materials and structural components. At Firstgreen Consulting, we’ve rigorously executed an LCA for a commercial building, delving into the interplay between materials Read more…
Introduction As a leading advocate for sustainable building practices, Firstgreen Consulting has delved deep into the world of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) to ensure that structures not only meet but exceed environmental standards. Our recent endeavor focuses on an industrial warehouse building in India, spanning an area of 15,000 m^2. Read more…
As the global drive towards sustainable construction practices accelerates, it’s imperative for developers, architects, and stakeholders to understand the metrics that measure a building’s environmental impact. Two prominent frameworks guiding this journey are LEED® and BREEAM. Both are based on Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) analysis. We provide an in-depth comparison Read more…