Exploring Low-Carbon Strategies in Multifamily Development: Insights from Stoneweg US, LLC & Longevity Partners ?? How can developers evaluate embodied carbon and assess opportunities for emissions reduction while maintaining financial performance? As part of an explorative design-stage Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) for Mosaic, Stoneweg US’s newest 100% electric, workforce-attainable multifamily development in Georgia, Stoneweg US and Longevity Partners assessed the potential impact of material choices on both carbon reduction and investment value. ?? Key takeaways from the LCA exercise: ? Advanced refrigerants could reduce refrigerant emissions by 68%, with a 14% whole-project impact ? Low-carbon concrete has the potential to lower material emissions by 45% with minimal cost impact ? Sustainable flooring may reduce embodied carbon by 6% while enhancing durability ? Optimised air handling units could contribute to a 4% reduction in whole-project carbon Beyond environmental considerations, the LCA also explored potential financial advantages, including: ?? Debt service savings opportunities through green financing incentives ?? Investment value considerations, with sustainability increasingly influencing financial performance The future of real estate isn’t just low-carbon—it’s data-driven, financially competitive, and designed for long-term resilience. This design-stage LCA exercise provided valuable insights into how material selection and embodied carbon assessment can inform future real estate strategies. ?? Read the full article here: ?? https://lnkd.in/e8F79rVV #StonewegUS #LongevityPartners #SustainableDevelopment #LifeCycleAssessment #EmbodiedCarbon #RealEstateInvestment #GreenBuilding #SustainableInnovation
As sustainability becomes a financial imperative, Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs) are helping developers make informed material choices that reduce emissions and enhance investment performance. In our latest Insights article, Stoneweg US, LLC and Longevity Partners explore how LCA shaped the design of Mosaic, a 100% electric, workforce-attainable multifamily development in Georgia. By measuring embodied carbon, optimizing materials, and leveraging sustainability certifications, the project demonstrates how thoughtful design can drive both environmental impact and financial returns. Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/e8F79rVV #RealEstate #Multifamily #LCA #Sustainability