For architects, controlling carbon emissions is key to designing sustainable, future-proof buildings. CO₂ is one of the main greenhouse gases that contributes significantly to global warming, which has far-reaching consequences for the environment, economy and society. As the construction industry produces a significant amount of global carbon emissions, it is essential for architects to take specific measures to reduce these emissions when planning and implementing building projects.
As part of its European Green Deal, the EU has set ambitious climate objectives: greenhouse gases must be reduced by 55% by 2030, and climate neutrality achieved by 2050. From 2028, stricter CO₂ regulations will apply to newbuilds with more than 1000 m² of usable space; this will apply to all newbuilds from 2030. Schüco Carbon Control helps architects to achieve these objectives by providing a holistic view of carbon footprints – from material production and the construction phase through to use and subsequent re-use.
The integration of Carbon Control enables architects to develop buildings that not only meet the latest legal regulations, but also actively support the global climate objectives.