Design guide: How to specify low-carbon structural steel

Description

This report provides a practical, evidence-based guide for specifying low-carbon structural steel in Aotearoa. It introduces carbon benchmarking methods, environmental product declarations (EPDs), and specification guidelines to help construction professionals make informed decisions that reduce embodied carbon. The report also outlines strategies for incentivising industry-wide decarbonisation, incorporating steel reuse, and aligning with international best practices—empowering engineers, architects, and procurement teams to drive sustainable transformation in the built environment.