Built Environment

The built environment sits at the centre of modern life. Responsible for around 40% of global greenhouse gas emissions through operational energy use and the embodied carbon of materials and construction, the sector has a critical role to play in the transition to a low-carbon future. At the same time, expectations are rising and the impacts of climate change are becoming more pronounced. Whether you design, build, own or operate assets, organisations face increasing climate-related risks and responsibilities.

Navigating this changing landscape requires more than compliance. It requires practical strategies that turn complex analysis into actions that reduce emissions, manage risk and protect long-term asset value. We support asset owners, property developers, contractors, manufacturers, infrastructure operators and government agencies as they navigate the transition to a low-carbon future.

Embodied Carbon and Life Cycle Assessment

Embodied carbon is becoming an increasingly important consideration in the design, procurement and delivery of buildings and infrastructure. We start by measuring emissions and environmental impacts across buildings, infrastructure, materials and operations, providing a clear picture of performance across the asset lifecycle. Through life cycle assessment, Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) and organisational carbon footprint assessment, we help clients understand the impacts of design and procurement decisions and identify opportunities to reduce whole-of-life emissions.

Understanding Climate Risk

Understanding climate risk is only the first step. Through climate risk assessments aligned with AASB S2, we help clients understand how physical and transition risks may affect assets, portfolios and operations under a range of climate scenarios. We identify potential impacts, areas of vulnerability and the implications for asset performance, helping organisations make informed decisions and meet climate disclosure requirements.

Develop a Pathway to Decarbonisation

Reducing emissions requires a clear understanding of where opportunities exist and which actions will deliver the greatest value. We help clients identify practical pathways to reduce emissions through energy efficiency, electrification, renewable energy and circular design initiatives. Through the financial analysis of decarbonisation pathways, we assess the costs, benefits and emissions outcomes of different options to determine the most effective pathway for your assets and operations.

Support Climate Disclosure

As climate disclosure and assurance requirements continue to evolve, organisations need confidence that their data, reporting and sustainability claims are accurate and defensible. We support clients with Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions reporting, Climate Active, AASB S2 climate-related financial disclosures, sustainability reporting and third-party verification. Whether reporting at the asset, portfolio or organisational level, we help ensure information stands up to stakeholder, investor and regulatory expectations.

We support asset owners, property developers, contractors, manufacturers, infrastructure operators and government agencies across the built environment in their transition to a low-carbon future. Whether you're just starting your sustainability journey or looking to accelerate progress, we're here to help.