CNCA Technical Handbook for Carbon Neutral Buildings
The CNCA Technical Handbook for Carbon Neutral Buildings provides technical guidance for reducing embodied carbon in construction by using bio-based materials. It aims to inform policymakers and professionals about sustainable practices that can help cities achieve carbon neutrality.
Key Takeaways
- Practical Solutions: Strategies to incorporate bio-based materials like timber, bamboo, and hemp into construction to reduce emissions and improve sustainability.
- Key Insights: Addresses challenges and misconceptions about bio-materials, such as fire safety, scalability, and durability, while emphasizing their benefits.
- Data and Case Studies: Features examples from Europe and North America demonstrating the effective use of bio-based materials in construction.
How It Can Help You
The CNCA Technical Handbook for Carbon Neutral Buildings provides:
- Comprehensive knowledge about biobased materials and their potential to reduce embodied carbon in buildings.
- Practical guidance on how cities can adopt policies to promote the use of these materials.
- Insight into overcoming challenges related to bio-based material adoption.
Key Learnings
- Biobased materials, such as timber and hemp, can significantly reduce carbon footprints in the construction sector.
- Addressing common misconceptions about bio-based materials is essential to their wider adoption.
- Collaboration between cities, industries, and policymakers is crucial for scaling bio-based solutions.
Date: February 2024
