Once I complete that in 2021, I will study part time for a full degree in building services engineering whilst continuing to work.
A red dotted line in the graphs below identifies the potential additional embodied carbon reduction from materials due to the decarbonisation of the grid.The quantum of the reduction from the decarbonisation of materials would be highly dependent on where they are produced and the characteristics of the grid in those countries..
The 60-year projection charts clearly show that the new construction option would have a much higher impact on the first year of use, due to the embodied carbon of construction using new materials.Even though the new construction option benefits from a better operational carbon from day one, the decarbonisation of the grid ‘flattens’ the operational carbon emissions in the.retrofit options, dampening the difference with a new build..
It is worth highlighting that the climate emergency is happening today, and so it is now that we need to reduce carbon emissions that produce global warming.We cannot wait 20 or 40 years for the benefits of more efficient new buildings.
This is the main reason why it is important that we prioritise refurbishment, reusing buildings that already exist..
If we account for the decarbonisation of material manufacturing (red dotted line), the difference between the adaptive reuse of buildings and new construction is even greater.. As part of this analysis, we calculated the WLCA using different performance benchmarks to prove that the conclusions would not depend on a specific baseline selected.Ionut’ s expertise extends across multiple disciplines, allowing him to seamlessly integrate digital and technological applications into his work to optimise project efficiency and streamline delivery..
Whether working on commercial, residential, or institutional projects, Ionut’ s focus is always on delivering high-quality results that meet the unique needs of each client.Ionut’ s expertise in BIM allows him to identify and resolve potential issues early in the design process, minimising the risk of costly mistakes during construction.
With his extensive knowledge of DfMA, BIM and Engineering, Ionut is well-equipped to take on even the most complex building projects with confidence and efficiency.Adam joined Bryden Wood in 2006 having previously worked for architectural firms in Australia..Initially at Bryden Wood he worked on a range of projects across the office before focusing on the delivery of Phase 6 and 7 of the Igus Factory in Cologne.