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Low Carbon Design

Products and systems designed to reduce carbon throughout the lifetime of a building.

October 2026

Nero Tapware's Zen Collection Achieves Global GreenTag Certification

Nero Tapware is proud to announce that the Zen Collection has achieved Global GreenTag Certification, reinforcing its position as one of Nero’s most innovative and sustainable premium tapware collections.

Simplifying Green Star Design with Billi Quadra

Simplifying Green Star Design with Billi Quadra

Backed by EPDs and Global GreenTag certification, Billi streamlines specification for low-carbon, compliant interior fitouts.

Lower-Carbon Steel Moves from Ambition to Reality

Lower-Carbon Steel Moves from Ambition to Reality

In August, New Zealand Steel achieved a major milestone with the first steel production from its new Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) at Glenbrook, just over two years after construction began.

Reducing Operational Carbon Through Efficient Water Heating

Reducing Operational Carbon Through Efficient Water Heating

As New Zealand moves towards lower-emission buildings, reducing the energy required to heat water presents a practical opportunity to lower operational carbon while supporting energy-efficient, all-electric design.

New 5 Green Star Innovation Hub Focuses on Biophilic Design and Reducing Embodied Carbon

New 5 Green Star Innovation Hub Focuses on Biophilic Design and Reducing Embodied Carbon

Designed by Warren and Mahoney’s Wellington studio and led by Associate Principal Catherine O’Hare and her team, PHF Science's new innovation hub was inspired by the raw kawakawa plant and features a roofline that supports rainwater harvesting and solar energy generation.

Prolam Glulam Helps Shape an Award-Winning Architect’s Low-Carbon Home

Prolam Glulam Helps Shape an Award-Winning Architect’s Low-Carbon Home

Architect Hugh Tennent’s Kāpiti Coast home combines passive house principles with an all-timber structural approach. Prolam glulam is integral to both its performance and architectural expression.

Paving the Way for Low-Carbon Infrastructure and a Circular Economy

Paving the Way for Low-Carbon Infrastructure and a Circular Economy

Discover how recycled tyres turned into permeable paving are transforming urban infrastructure, cutting carbon emissions by up to 79%, and building a greener circular economy.

Reducing Embedded Carbon by Smart Selection of Manufacturer

Reducing Embedded Carbon by Smart Selection of Manufacturer

In thinking of a locally manufactured product, the importation, or local sourcing, of raw material means a far more efficient supply to the manufacturer.

Low-Carbon Glulam Portals Give a Distinct Edge to New Rangiora Commercial Build

Low-Carbon Glulam Portals Give a Distinct Edge to New Rangiora Commercial Build

A look at how Techlam's precision-manufactured timber portals provided a low-carbon, fast-assembled alternative to steel in Rangiora.

Making Viking Roofspec Membrane Roofs ‘Solar Ready’

Making Viking Roofspec Membrane Roofs ‘Solar Ready’

Solar adoption is accelerating across New Zealand. Learn how Viking's solar-ready membrane roofing systems simplify installation while maintaining watertight integrity.

Supporting Low-Carbon Interior Design Goals with Belgotex Landform Carpet Tiles

Supporting Low-Carbon Interior Design Goals with Belgotex Landform Carpet Tiles

Belgotex Landform carpet tiles with ProBac backing are designed to help reduce the carbon footprint of commercial interiors while delivering comfort, durability and a contemporary aesthetic.

Hassell's New Melbourne Studio Pushes saveBOARD in a New Direction While Achieving Net Carbon Negative

Hassell's New Melbourne Studio Pushes saveBOARD in a New Direction While Achieving Net Carbon Negative

The project's full lifecycle carbon footprint (A1-A5) comes in at -1,547kg CO2e. Contributing to overall lower net carbon is 400m² of saveBOARD Paperfaced wall and ceiling linings, with custom perforation and a raw texture for ceilings, and a bold pink colour adding flair to walls.

Whole-of-Life Carbon Starts with Better Design Decisions

Whole-of-Life Carbon Starts with Better Design Decisions

Technoform's research shows that whole-of-life carbon outcomes are influenced by more than thermal performance alone, with manufacturing location, freight, and product transparency all playing an important role.

How Vynco is Making Recycling Rugged

How Vynco is Making Recycling Rugged

Making Industrial switchgear that works hard but goes easy on the planet might sound like an uphill battle. But at Vynco, they’re up for the challenge. The Kiwi company is on an eco journey and wants you to come along...

A Lower Impact Option for Achieving the Timber Batten Look

A Lower Impact Option for Achieving the Timber Batten Look

PSP's Archi-Line aluminium batten system is a concealed-fix, low-maintenance alternative to timber, manufactured from 100% recyclable aluminium.

Resene Reduces Operational Carbon Emissions by 22% in Four Years

Resene Reduces Operational Carbon Emissions by 22% in Four Years

Resene Principal Advisor, Evie Haverkort, breaks down the methods behind the company’s sustainability milestone.

Wool’s Carbon-Sinking Properties Ideal for Low-Carbon Buildings

Wool’s Carbon-Sinking Properties Ideal for Low-Carbon Buildings

Wool’s natural ability to sequester carbon along with Terra Lana’s ability to maintain it in a closed loop production cycle that recycles both production waste and end-of-life products, helps preserve carbon storage over time.

Thermally Modified Timber: Supporting Whole-of-Life Carbon Design

Thermally Modified Timber: Supporting Whole-of-Life Carbon Design

JSC Thermally Modified Timber (TMT) is treated by a heat-and-steam modification process which imparts performance qualities of durability and dimensional stability to sustainable timbers by improving their response to moisture.

How Daylighting Can Reduce Reliance on Electric Lighting

How Daylighting Can Reduce Reliance on Electric Lighting

A well-designed tubular daylighting strategy can bring natural light deeper into a building, helping reduce the need for electric lighting during daylight hours.

Demand-Driven Building Controls Support Low Carbon Design at Booking.com HQ

Demand-Driven Building Controls Support Low Carbon Design at Booking.com HQ

At Booking.com's 65,000 m² Amsterdam campus, 1,272 ESYLUX ATMO multi-sensors help lighting and HVAC respond to occupancy, daylight and indoor environmental conditions.

Zenith Water Products Help Avoid Three Billion Plastic Bottles

Zenith Water Products Help Avoid Three Billion Plastic Bottles

Zenith Water has released its 2025 Sustainability Report, highlighting significant progress across its environmental, social and governance priorities, including powering its Australian manufacturing operations with 100% renewable electricity, achieving 90% waste diversion from landfill and advancing the electrification of its vehicle fleet.

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Energy-saving products that help reduce energy usage and power bills, while minimising the building's environmental footprint.

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