Embodied Carbon

“Embodied Carbon. A Material Compass for EU-oriented Reconstruction of War-Damaged Residential Buildings in Ukraine” presents a whole-life carbon approach to reconstruction, addressing not only operational energy efficiency but also emissions embedded in construction materials. This perspective is especially important for Ukraine, where the scale of reconstruction and material demand will significantly influence long-term emissions.

Key highlights include:

• A clear explanation of embodied carbon and its relevance for Ukraine
•  A “material compass” approach to support low-carbon decision-making
• Links to EU framework
• Insights on circular construction, local materials, and typological renovation
• Case-based thinking for scalable reconstruction strategies