Net Zero

Whether you need standardised reporting for planning and funding applications or bespoke one-off studies, we can answer your Net Zero questions and shed light on your project’s future impact on the planet.

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Net Zero Carbon is an ambitious target for the UK construction industry, and we offer a comprehensive range of Net Zero Carbon consultancy services to help clients achieve this goal. 

Our specialised services encompass a detailed focus on tackling both operational energy and embodied carbon, taking into consideration the entire lifecycle of a building.

We follow the latest methodology and guidance as set out by RICS, the UK Green Building Council (UKGBC), and the UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard (UKNZCBS). We use OneClick LCA software to deliver third-party verified assessments along with multiple energy modelling tools. From RICS 2nd Edition (2023) to BREEAM Mat 01 LCA or component-level optioneering, SCS will work with you to ensure you exceed benchmark performance targets when it comes to embodied and whole life carbon.

Net Zero Services

  • Net Zero Support (Operational, Embodied and Whole Life)
  • Whole Life and Embodied Carbon Reporting (RICS)
  • Sustainability Statements for Planning
  • Net Zero and Embodied Champion / Coordinator
  • Net Zero Modelling, Operational Carbon (CIBSE TM54, NABERS)
  • Net Zero Modelling, Embodied Carbon (RICS)
  • Net Zero Health Check
  • Third Party Auditor / Independent Verifier
  • RICS Whole Life Carbon Assessment 1st (2017) and 2nd Edition Reporting
  • UKGBC, LETI, RIBA Reporting Government Standards reporting, e.g. NHS Net Zero Building Standards, Scotland’s Net Zero Public Sector Buildings Standard Reporting
  • BREEAM Mat 01 Life Cycle Analysis (LCA)
  • BREEAM Man 02 Life Cycle Costing (LCC)
  • Local Planning Authority & Supplementary
  • Planning Document Compliance reporting e.g.
    • Greater London Authority
    • Welsh Government’s Sustainable Communities for Learning Programme
    • Bath & North East Somerset Council Sustainable Construction Checklist
    • DEV32 Delivering Low Carbon Development (Plymouth & Southwest Devon Joint Local Plan)
  • Sustainability Appraisals (e.g. JSP 850)
  • Sustainability Champion
  • Circular Economy Statements
  • Pre-Demolition and Pre-Refurbishment Audits
  • Carbon Reduction Plan
  • Scope 1, 2, 3 Emissions (PPN 06/21, PAS 2060)
  • NABERS Design for Performance
  • NABERS Certification
  • NABERS Main Contractor Support
  • NABERS Improvement Surveys
  • Bespoke Embodied & Whole Life Optioneering Strategies

Net Zero Projects

Zeal Hotel, Exeter

The project involves a construction of a new hotel located in Exeter Science Park. The Net Zero Carbon hotel will include 142 bedrooms, restaurant space and bar with private dining, conference facilities and a gym, as well as electric vehicle and electric bike charging points.

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