Supporting the development of a roadmap for the reduction of whole life carbon of buildings : public consultation analysis

The public consultation for a roadmap for the reduction of whole life carbon emissions of buildings in the EU collected 250 responses. The majority of these contributions came from individual companies (40%) as well as business associations (16%). Additionally, NGOs and academia accounted for over 10%, while EU citizens and public authorities made up 8% and 6% of the respondents, respectively. Private sector respondents are primarily active in material supply, consulting and the design of buildings, followed by around property developers, owners and managers, as well as contractors. The survey received responses from stakeholders in 21 EU Member States and 7 non-EU countries with a stronger representation from Western Europe compared to Eastern Europe. A good degree of understanding of whole life carbon and current consideration of whole life carbon in decisions means that the survey managed to capture perspectives from those actively involved in reducing whole life carbon as a means to contribute to climate neutrality. The results therefore encompass a wide array of insights and expertise from stakeholders, authorities and citizens, who already encounter whole life carbon aspects in their day-to-day business and professional practices.