Schneider Electric joins forces with One Click LCA to boost environmental data access
- Schneider Electric and One Click LCA are collaborating to improve the availability of MEP environmental data for building assessments.
- The partnership aims to reduce lifecycle carbon emissions in buildings, particularly as they account for significant energy-related emissions globally.
- This initiative sets a new standard for transparency and enables more precise environmental impact calculations in the architecture and construction industry.
In France on November 28, 2024, Schneider Electric announced a pioneering partnership with One Click LCA, aimed at promoting transparency in the environmental data of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) products. This collaboration addresses significant data gaps in the architecture, engineering, and construction sectors, particularly concerning the environmental impact assessments of building services. As buildings contribute to 39% of global energy-related carbon emissions, this initiative centers on enabling accurate calculations for new building projects, especially in Europe, thereby combating the climate crisis. The partnership is crucial since half of today's buildings will still be operational by 2050, making retrofitting a vital consideration for achieving substantial reductions in lifecycle carbon emissions. The integration of Schneider Electric's detailed product data into the One Click LCA platform represents a critical step in closing the data gap for environmental assessments, allowing architects and engineers to make informed decisions regarding sustainable building practices. As noted by Sorouch Kheradmand, Global Head of Sustainability at Schneider Electric, the objective is to establish a new standard for transparency in an industry that requires reliable environmental data for effective decision-making. This collaboration not only enhances product selection capabilities for sustainable design but also emphasizes the importance of accurate assessments in evaluating life-cycle costs, circularity, and biodiversity impact. The broader implications highlight the need for sustainability in future construction projects, urging stakeholders to consider comprehensive environmental metrics to achieve a lower carbon footprint.