Materials With Lower Embodied Carbon

Timber, recycled steel, and finishes worth specifying.

Why it matters

Burj Homes covers practical sustainability decisions for Australian homeowners.

Checklist

  1. Prefer certified timber where structure allows.
  2. Ask for EPDs on major materials.
  3. Reuse existing fabric when sound.
  4. Avoid over-specifying concrete slabs.
  5. Choose durable finishes to reduce replacement.

Next step

Ask your designer for two material options with carbon notes.