A Total Carbon Analysis Conversation: Balancing Operational and Embodied Carbon

When it comes to the impact of buildings on the environment, considering both operational and embodied carbon is critical. Balancing these can be a complex task, sometimes with conflicting outcomes. This session will discuss case studies highlighting a total carbon analysis, as well as walk through tools available to calculate embodied carbon and upcoming guidance like the ANSI 1550 Standard.

Session Speaker(s): 

Shari Rauls
Mélanie Trottier

Session Chair(s): 

Karno Widjaja

Event Time: 

Thursday, March 20, 2025 - 4:00pm to 5:00pm

Room / Location:
Harbor 3

CEU Information: 

Credit pending for AIA, BOC, BPI, GBCI, MA CSL, NAHB, NARI, PHI, Phius, and RESNET certification.

Learning Objectives:

  • Investigate carbon accounting modeling tools
  • Determine how baseline emissions will inform decision making
  • Employ high-impact strategies for operational and embodied carbon reduction
  • Review case studies and apply lessons learned

Session ID: 

BOS25-147