The construction industry, a major contributor to global carbon emissions, is undergoing a significant transformation driven by the urgent need for decarbonization. Buildings currently account for a staggering 39% of global energy-related carbon emissions, and with 50% of existing buildings projected to remain in use until 2050, retrofitting existing structures presents a crucial pathway to significantly reduce their environmental impact. Retrofitting alone can slash lifecycle carbon emissions by up to 83%, highlighting the industry’s potential for positive change.
However, a significant hurdle in achieving this goal lies in the lack of comprehensive environmental data for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) products. This data shortage hinders the accurate assessment of building lifecycle emissions, making it difficult for architects, engineers, and contractors to make informed decisions about sustainable building practices.
Addressing this critical challenge, Schneider Electric, a leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, and One Click LCA, a leading sustainability software platform, have announced a groundbreaking partnership. This collaboration aims to improve the accuracy of environmental assessments in electrification by making comprehensive manufacturer MEP environmental data publicly accessible at an unprecedented scale.
This initiative, initially focusing on new building projects in Europe, will allow One Click LCA users access to detailed environmental data for Schneider Electric products. This integration will empower AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction) companies to perform far more precise environmental impact calculations, leading to more sustainable design choices. The partnership represents a first-of-its-kind effort to enhance transparency and improve data accuracy in the building sector’s fight against climate change.
“The building industry needs reliable environmental data to make informed decisions,” says Sorouch Kheradmand, Global Head of Sustainability at Schneider Electric. “By making our MEP product data publicly available through One Click LCA’s platform, we aim to set a new standard for transparency in our industry.” This sentiment is echoed by Panu Pasanen, CEO & Founder of One Click LCA, who emphasizes the significance of this partnership in addressing the long-standing gap in access to manufacturer MEP product data. He highlights how integrating detailed data into their platform will enable more accurate assessments, driving progress towards more sustainable building practices.
The collaboration between Schneider Electric and One Click LCA encompasses several key aspects:
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Data Integration:
Seamless integration of Schneider Electric’s environmental product data into the One Click LCA platform.*
Targeted Focus:
Initial focus on new building projects in pilot markets across Europe, with potential for global expansion.*
Enhanced Product Selection:
Improved capabilities for selecting sustainable building design elements based on precise environmental data.About One Click LCA:
Used in over 170 countries, One Click LCA is a global leader in end-to-end sustainability platforms for construction and manufacturing. Its AI-powered software simplifies complex life cycle assessments (LCA) and environmental product declarations (EPDs), empowering companies to accurately calculate and reduce the environmental impact of their projects and products. The platform’s extensive database boasts over 250,000 LCA datasets and supports more than 80 standards and certifications, including LEED, BREEAM, and GRESB, alongside seamless integration with leading BIM software tools.
About Schneider Electric:
Schneider Electric is a global leader in digital transformation of energy management and automation, committed to bridging progress and sustainability. Their mission is to be a trusted partner in sustainability and efficiency, offering integrated, end-to-end lifecycle AI-enabled Industrial IoT solutions. They strive to empower all to make the most of our energy and resources, fostering a sustainable future for all.
This partnership marks a pivotal moment in the fight to decarbonize the building sector, demonstrating a powerful commitment to transparency and data-driven decision-making for a more sustainable future. The initiative sets a new standard for collaboration and data sharing within the industry, paving the way for broader adoption of sustainable building practices globally.
