The document discusses the concepts of embodied energy and embodied carbon, emphasizing that assessments begin at the 'cradle' or source of materials. It details the various stages of energy consumption and carbon emissions from material extraction to construction site activities. The presentation highlights the importance of considering these factors in the overall environmental impact of construction projects.

1. Embodied Energy and Embodied Carbon
Dr Craig Jones
@ EcoCraigJones
www.CircularEcology.com

2. The Beginning - The Cradle
• Embodied Energy and
embodied Carbon
Assessment Starts at the
Cradle
• All energy consumption
must be traced back to The
Cradle....

3. From the Cradle…
The Cradle =
The earth, or ground
Transport
Material Refining

4. From the Cradle….
…..to (Factory) Gate
Factories: Fabrication, assembly…etc
More transport
Products

5. ….and to (Construction) Site
DistributionPackaging
Construction Site

6. ….On-Site Carbon
Assembly Activities
Power
Waste =
embodied carbon of waste
+ waste management

7. Embodied Carbon
Embodied Carbon
of a Construction
Project

8. Thank You!
www.CircularEcology.com
@EcoCraigJones
Embodied Carbon