Task Group ends on 13 Sep, 2024

Net Zero Carbon Buildings: A Framework Definition 2024 update - Task Group

UKGBC is convening a cross-industry task group to support us in updating our Framework Definition for net zero carbon buildings.
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In 2019, UKGBC’s Advancing Net Zero programme released its Net Zero Carbon Buildings: A Framework Definition report. This was the first attempt at creating a definition of and process for delivering a net zero building in the UK market through consensus, involving contributions from around 70 experts from 50 organisations. In the 5 years since its launch, the Framework Definition has successfully helped stakeholders specify and realise net zero on their construction projects.  

Industry is now gearing up for the first release of the UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard, which will provide a set of criteria and performance requirements for a net zero building, along with a robust approach to verifying that those requirements are met. The Standard is a collaborative initiative between UKGBC and 11 other organisations active in the UK built environment, supported by over 300 sector experts.  

In light of the forthcoming Standard, UKGBC intends to evolve the Framework Definition to ensure it continues to provide valuable guidance to those in industry seeking to design, deliver, or operate a net zero carbon building in the UK. 

The project aims to:

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Provide readers with guidance on how to embed the principles of net zero design, delivery, and operation throughout a project process/programme to support verification against the UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard (NZCBS)
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Support wider industry who may not yet be in a position to deliver a building in line with the NZCBS to implement and realise the principles of low carbon building design, delivery, and operation on their projects/assets
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Highlight areas where policy supporting net zero design, delivery, and operation can be developed to increase demand and competencies focused on net zero carbon buildings.

Task Group Purpose:

The Task Group will be responsible for inputting into the final scope, attending the series of focused workshops, and reviewing material in support of the final output. They will ensure that the guidance builds on existing industry knowledge and initiatives and that the output is of a quality and form that is practicable to the intended industry professionals. Applications for the Task Group are being sought from within the UKGBC membership and we are looking for individuals with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience or responsibility for defining net zero building project requirements and achieving them. 

Use this document to apply and send completed applications to anz@ukgbc.org

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Applications for the Task Group close on Friday 13th September 2024. 

Applicants will be chosen based on their experience, whilst seeking to ensure a diversity of individuals within the Task Group. UKGBC is committed to actively targeting a diverse representation in the composition of all project groups. We want to be inclusive to everyone regardless of ethnicity, religious beliefs, gender, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, or political beliefs.   

Interested in project partnership for the Framework Definition 2024 update? Learn more here

Advancing Net Zero

Created in 2018 as part of a World Green Building Council initiative, UKGBC’s Advancing Net Zero programme has a mission to lead the UK’s transition to a net zero built environment. It has produced leading guidance such as the Net Zero Carbon Buildings Framework and the Net Zero Whole Life Carbon Roadmap, whilst working with organisations and experts across the industry.
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