The growth of the new economy increasingly favors the emergence of projects that include a sustainable development perspective, a trend that construction sites are not immune to. To do so, many are opting to calculate and offset greenhouse gases (GHG). This can allow a project to stand out, or to meet a requirement of the client.
This is particularly true of the Turcot Interchange rehabilitation project, as mentioned by Alain Dubé, Director of the Turcot Complex Project Office. Watch the video. “The MTQ has made the Turcot interchange its first Carbon Neutral project. This practice could become a major trend for major projects in Quebec.”
The calculation of GHG emissions must be done according to recognized standards. In addition, it is often required to have the GHG emission report verified according to ISO 14064-3. When the project involves multiple construction phases, the number of stakeholders, emission sources and data collection points multiply. A standardized digital Construction Site GHG Automated Tool (C-GHGAT) provides efficient data management and automated calculation of GHG emissions. Such a tool can be integrated and complement the main project management tool. It provides quick access to GHG information, ensures the smooth running of the external audit and facilitates, among other things, the management of the budget for offsetting emissions.
The selection of offset projects and the assembly of a diversified and compliant carbon credit portfolio are also tasks that site managers must master. When done according to best practices, offsetting GHG emissions not only reduces the climate impact of a project, but also, if communicated effectively, helps to gain the support of stakeholders and communities.
You wish to calculate and compensate the GHG of your project? NEL-i has extensive site experience and recognized expertise in GHG management to make your projects a reference on the social and environmental levels. Contact us at leadershipclimatique@nel-i.com
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