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How Much Embodied Carbon Is In Your Building?

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Embodied carbon in building materials represents roughly half of the total carbon emissions that will result from new construction between 2020-2050. A new sustainability initiative by innovative manufacturers aims to make it easier to measure and lower buildings’ carbon footprints.

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