Advancing Whole-Life Carbon Policy – Targeting Embodied Emissions in the Building Sector
Book chapter, 2025
Sweden is a frontrunner in addressing Whole-Life Carbon (WLC) emissions from buildings. However, policy gaps remain at both the national and European Union (EU) levels. Key actions for decarbonising the built environment include: setting ambitious limits for new construction; introducing climate declarations for renovations; valuing more effectively the existing building stock; and fostering demand for low-carbon materials. These measures could be implemented or strengthened through existing policies.
Policy
Built environment
Buildings
Decarbonization
Whole life carbon
CO2 emissions
Author
Ida Karlsson
Chalmers, Space, Earth and Environment, Energy Technology
Patricia Urban
Centre for European Policy Studies
Unlocking the Climate Transition: Golden Nuggets from Mistra Carbon Exit
14-15
MISTRA Carbon Exit Phase 2
The Swedish Foundation for Strategic Environmental Research (Mistra) (MISTRACarbonExitPhase2), 2021-07-01 -- 2025-03-31.
Driving Forces
Sustainable development
Subject Categories (SSIF 2025)
Construction Management