Driving a carbon-free future
Decarbonisation is the process of reducing, offsetting and eventually eliminating greenhouse gas emissions associated with our activities. At ZEROCEM, we develop customised solutions that enable companies to minimise their carbon footprint, ensuring a progressive and effective transition towards a sustainable business model.
The European Union establishes that, by 2036, all newly constructed buildings must be NET ZERO CARBON, this includes both their operations and the building and construction process.
EU plan to develop net-zero carbon buildings.
2024
The new buildings will be operationally zero carbon.
2025
Limiting carbon use to 60% of the initial reference level
2028
New construction must be net zero emissions.
2036
All buildings, including in use, to be net zero.
2050
ZEROCEM’s decarbonisation department has advanced personnel and tools to support companies in decision-making. We use digital twins and dynamic simulation to anticipate results and create effective plans that optimise return on investment.
Case study
1925’s house energy retrofit
What steps do we take to decarbonize your building?
Energy optimization of assets
We analyze in detail each of the energy assets of both buildings and facilities as well as specific equipment, in order to maximize energy efficiency. We offer audit services, technological improvements and adjustments in lighting, ventilation and air conditioning systems, significantly reducing energy consumption.
In this way we can reduce energy consumption, minimize carbon emissions and generate operational savings, while increasing the value of the assets and improving their environmental performance.
Portfolio energy optimization
Portfolio energy optimization encompasses the comprehensive assessment of multiple real estate assets to identify consumption patterns, improvement opportunities, and priority areas for intervention. This methodology facilitates the implementation of centralized strategies that maximize energy efficiency across the entire asset.
It includes the adoption of advanced energy management tools, continuous performance monitoring, and alignment with sustainability standards. This approach ensures a significant reduction in carbon emissions and energy costs on a large scale, contributing to the fulfillment of environmental and financial objectives.
Life cycle assessment
Life cycle assessment is a key methodology for assessing the environmental impact of a project, product or material from its conception to its final disposal, considering each stage of the cycle, such as the extraction of raw materials, manufacturing, transportation, construction, use and recycling or disposal. LCA allows the identification of critical points of environmental impact and offers valuable information for making sustainable decisions, such as the selection of low-impact materials, design optimization and the reduction of emissions during the operation and end of the project’s life.
Carbon risk monitoring
We identify the risks associated with your building’s carbon emissions and their potential financial and regulatory impact. We help you implement mitigation strategies that allow you to stay up to date with regulations and minimize the risks arising from a high level of emissions, moving towards sustainable operations and compliance with the most demanding policies.
Operational carbon footprint
We calculate and monitor the carbon footprint of your building. This detailed monitoring is essential to establish clear emissions reduction goals, measure progress and ensure that your building meets the requirements for environmental certifications.
These emissions are divided into direct emissions, such as those derived from the use of fossil fuels on site, and indirect emissions, such as those associated with electricity consumption or the transport of goods and people. Measuring and managing this footprint is essential to identify areas for improvement and align with global decarbonization commitments.
Use of sustainable materials
We advise you on the selection of sustainable and responsible materials for the construction and maintenance of the building, evaluating the origin and impact of each resource used. These materials include recycled, recyclable, locally sourced or certified options. In this way, we guarantee construction and operation that comply with the principles of the circular economy, reducing environmental impact and ensuring that the materials meet sustainability standards.