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embodied carbon

Discover 3 articles exploring embodied carbon, from foundational concepts to advanced strategies and real-world applications.

Policy, Standards & Strategy9 min read·Jan 24, 2026

Case study: Procurement & supplier engagement — A city or utility pilot and the results so far

How cities are using sustainable procurement pilots to cut Scope 3 emissions. Real results from London, Copenhagen, San Francisco, and Portland show what works.

sustainable procurementsupplier engagementscope 3 emissions+7 more
Food, Agriculture & Materials7 min read·Jan 25, 2026

Data Story — Key Signals in Low-Carbon Materials (Cement, Steel, Timber)

Low-carbon materials are reshaping construction procurement, with green steel premiums falling to 15-20% and mass timber reaching price parity in mid-rise buildings—creating urgent signals for early adopters.

green steellow-carbon cementmass timber+5 more
Food, Agriculture & Materials10 min read·Jan 25, 2026

Case Study: Low-Carbon Materials (Cement, Steel, Timber) — A Leading Company's Implementation and Lessons Learned

How SSAB, Heidelberg Materials, and mass timber pioneers are cutting embodied carbon by up to 95% through green steel, carbon capture, and engineered wood.

green steellow-carbon cementmass timber+8 more
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