The VERT

Retrofit is key to a sustainable future. 🏢🌍 Since 80% of the buildings that will be in use by 2050 are already built, retrofitting our existing building stock is essential for reducing carbon emissions and achieving Net Zero targets. While new builds tend to get the spotlight, the real climate impact lies in transforming the buildings we already have. Here's why retrofit is crucial: 🔹 Lower Embodied Carbon By reusing and upgrading existing structures, we avoid the significant emissions associated with demolishing buildings and producing new materials. 🔹 Improved Energy Efficiency Retrofit projects upgrade older buildings with modern technologies, reducing energy demand and cutting operational carbon. 🔹 Cost-Effective Retrofit can often be more economical than building from scratch while offering substantial sustainability benefits. 🔹 Faster Delivery Retrofitting can often be quicker than a new build, with reduced construction programs leading to faster project delivery. 🔹 Preserves Heritage Many older buildings have historical or architectural value. Retrofit allows us to modernize these spaces while maintaining their cultural significance. At VERT, we recognize that retrofit is a vital part of the journey to Net Zero. Our tool helps developers and architects model whole-life carbon and explore retrofit options, ensuring projects are sustainable, cost-efficient, and aligned with environmental goals. Retrofit isn’t just an option; it’s a necessity. Let’s reduce, reuse, and rethink our approach to the built environment. 🌱 #vert #sustainability #wholelifecarbon #SustainableDesign #SustainabilityAssessment #lowcarbonfuture #retrofit

👻 Ghost Buildings: Transforming Legacy into Sustainability 🎃 As Halloween approaches, let's reflect on the "ghosts" of our built environment—legacy buildings that often haunt us with high operational emissions. While these structures may have poor performance, they come with a unique advantage: locked-in embodied carbon. This represents a significant resource that can be utilised rather than discarded. Instead of demolishing these buildings, we have the opportunity to enhance their efficiency and reduce ongoing emissions, often fueled by fossil energy sources. Through retrofitting, we can breathe new life into these spaces while making the most of the carbon investment already embedded in their materials. At VERT, we empower architects and developers to: ✅ Identify inefficiencies in existing buildings. ✅ Plan retrofits that improve energy performance and reduce operational and embodied carbon. ✅ Future-proof these structures for generations to come. Let’s turn the haunting legacy of high emissions into a sustainable future. 🌏 Together, we can make a difference!

The importance of Whole Life Carbon (WLC) in the built environment. 🏗️ Did you know that 39% of global carbon emissions come from buildings? As the climate crisis intensifies, addressing carbon emissions across a building's entire lifecycle, not just operational, is crucial. This is where Whole Life Carbon (WLC) comes into play. 🌍 WLC covers both embodied carbon (emissions from materials, construction, and demolition) and operational carbon (energy use during a building’s life). A building's carbon footprint isn't just about energy efficiency; it’s about understanding the impact from cradle to grave. At VERT, we help architects, developers, and construction teams model and manage these emissions across new builds and retrofits. Our platform empowers you to: ✅ Make data-driven design choices. ✅ Test various materials and systems for their carbon impact. ✅ Create retrofit options that align with Net Zero goals. By integrating VERT into your projects, you can deliver on sustainability commitments, reduce emissions, and future-proof your developments. Let’s rethink how we design, build, and operate buildings, and collaborate for a low-carbon future. 🌱 #vert #sustainability #wholelifecarbon #SustainableDesign #SustainabilityAssessment #lowcarbonfuture

🚀 We are thrilled to announce that The VERT has been shortlisted as a finalist in three categories at this year’s Construction Computing Awards 2024! 🎉 🏆 Innovation of the Year 🏆 One to Watch Company of the Year 🏆 Editor’s Choice of 2024 This recognition highlights our commitment to revolutionising sustainability in the construction industry through cutting-edge technology. We’re incredibly proud of our team’s hard work and excited for what’s ahead! 🌍🏗️ A huge thank you to the Construction Computing Awards for this honour! 🙌 Stay tuned as we move forward in the awards process, and wish us luck! 🍀 #VERT #ConstructionTech #Innovation #Sustainability #ConstructionComputingAwards #CarbonReduction #GreenBuilding #SaaS #BuiltEnvironment

It’s a wrap! 🌱 We had a fantastic two days at FOOTPRINT+ showcasing our new Whole Life Carbon Tool. The interest in our straightforward and accessible approach to retrofit optioneering as well as new construction was amazing. We’re excited to help define the best early-stage strategies for a low carbon future. A big thank you to everyone who stopped by—it was great meeting you all! The energy was truly electric. #wlc #wholelifecarbon #retrofit

It's been fantastic collaborating with 2050 Materials to develop the API and align data to be mapped in accordance with the RICS Whole Life Carbon Professional Standard V2. Working together has made data integration smoother, helping us pave the way for a low-carbon future.

We're thrilled to be part of FOOTPRINT+ at Old Billingsgate on 8-9 May! Visit Dewi Jones at stall B4, next to the Retrofit Agenda stage to learn more about VERT, our visionary Whole Life Carbon tool. Join us to discover how we're poised to help the construction industry reduce carbon emissions - See you there! #FP24 #FootprintPlus #Sustainability #WholeLifeCarbon #Retrofit

Exciting News! VERT, our WLCA software, has been recognised in a recent article discussing Whole Life Carbon Assessments. As carbon reduction takes centre stage in the built environment, VERT empowers you to make informed decisions. VERT: Coming soon! #wlc #lca #wholelifecarbon #lifecycleassessment #embodiedcarbon https://lnkd.in/ebWbJZUY

We are saying goodbye to 2023 - the year  VERT was established.  We would like to take the opportunity to express our gratitude to everyone involved in its development, as well as everyone who participated in the beta testing phase.  Your cumulative actions will help us create a powerful, market-ready product, and we're excited to show you the impact of your contributions.  Over the coming weeks, our team will be carefully analysing the beta test results and will share the key insights with you. But until then, we wish you a happy new year.  Here's to a low-carbon future!