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Henning Larsen releases free catalogs on sustainable design
Henning Larsen has expanded its Unboxing Carbon initiative with the release of two open-source catalogs detailing the carbon emissions of building materials for architects and designers. Originally launched in 2021 as a carbon literacy course, Unboxing Carbon aims to address the construction industrys need for climate action by providing practical knowledge on the environmental impact of materials.The first catalog, focused on exterior materials, was released in 2022. The latest updated edition now includes an interior materials catalog, covering options like wallboards, tiles, countertops, and finishes. Meanwhile, the exterior catalog now includes roofing and insulation materials, with refreshed data reflecting current manufacturing and environmental standards.Sundby School by Henning Larsen. Image credit: Rasmus HjortshjThe catalogs draw on data from over 1,000 participants in Henning Larsens workshops and include metrics like Global Warming Potential (GWP) from Environment...
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