Assemblies, like the wall section, are fundamental to how we think about and construct our buildings. They have a significant impact on a project’s operating energy and embodied carbon footprint (ECF). Traditionally, material selection has been driven by performance, cost, and aesthetics; however, the emerging focus on environmental and health transparency tools is beginning to transform the industry. Designers, contractors and developers are beginning to consider new priorities like lifecycle assessment, toxicity, and moisture transport as they select materials.
