ConcreteZero publishes landmark specification guidance

ConcreteZero, a global initiative led by Climate Group, has recently published its Specifications Guidance Report 2025, offering much-needed clarity and practical guidance on how to use the concrete specification process to significantly reduce embodied carbon in construction. Concrete is responsible for around 8% of global carbon emissions. As companies increasingly pursue low-carbon concrete, the report positions specification as one of the most effective levers for change – enabling project teams to integrate lower-carbon solutions from the outset. The Specifications Report 2025 outlines how developers, engineers, contractors and suppliers can collaborate…

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HS2 contractor commits to move towards net zero carbon concrete

Construction joint venture SCS is the latest company to join ConcreteZero, committing to reduce emissions from concrete in its construction works today and into the future. This will boost the demand for more sustainable concrete, adding significant momentum for low emissions and ultimately net zero concrete in the UK. ConcreteZero is a global initiative led by Climate Group in partnership with WorldGBC. It brings together pioneering businesses to drive demand for more sustainable and net zero concrete. ConcreteZero members commit to buying and using 30% low emission concrete by 2025…

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