CARB is seeking feedback from the public and industry partners throughout the development of a reporting framework to measure and then reduce embodied carbon in building materials. One form of this feedback is through voluntary data sharing, where industry can choose to share embodied carbon-related data with CARB to increase understanding of the current availability of embodied carbon data in the field.
The responses that CARB receives through this survey will be treated as Confidential Business Information.
The AIA-CLF (American Institute of Architects - Carbon Leadership Forum) Toolkit provides architects an overview and the necessary steps to reduce embodied carbon in their projects.
A project of the William J. Worthen Foundation, this is an expert-created free compendium of practical, case study-based guidance; an up-to-date reference tool that design professionals (architects, engineers, contractors, and others) as well as developers, funders, and policymakers can apply now.
Residential and Nonresidential checklists with the new embodied carbon updates effective July 1, 2024. Each zip file contains an editable CAD and print-ready PDF version of the checklist in 24×36 format.
In this introductory session, experts from the Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) and New Buildings Institute (NBI) lead the session focusing on the compliance pathways and requirements essential for industry professionals. They offer a detailed overview of the regulations related to embodied carbon and insights into the future development of California's state code. The webinar also includes a segment on resources available to assist professionals in adapting to these changes.
This session focuses on implementation of the Whole Building Life Cycle Assessment (WBLCA) compliance pathway, covering basic practices, available tools and resources, and practical considerations for practitioners.
This session focuses on implementation of the Prescriptive pathway which relies on Environmental Product Declarations for materials and lowering embodied carbon through material selection and procurement. Discussion topics will include collaboration between design and construction teams, supply chain engagement, specifications, and practical examples.