Eco-Build NW - Construction benchmarks

A framework for comparing materials, elements, buildings, firms and districts

Elements / materials assessment

The added value of the REAP-building system is:

  • Material flow analysis (MFA) eco-footprint analysis (EFA) and CO2 emissions are reported in one common format, including for both direct and indirect impacts
  • This enables direct comparison of building design specification and procurement options
  • This is most closely related to the BRE Eco-profiles / Eco-points and Construction Products Association systems
  • The indexing is geared to the function of the element, i.e. m2 of walling or roof area: or for materials, indexed to tonnes