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Carbon Neutrality

Carbon Neutrality Potential & Process Efficiency

Light Steel Frame construction offers significant advantages in terms of reducing carbon impact, improving build efficiency, and supporting a circular economy. These benefits position it as a strong candidate for companies aiming to achieve carbon neutrality, provided emissions are measured, offset, and verified appropriately.

reduced waste lower embodied carbon thermal efficiency 

reduced waste lower embodied carbon thermal efficiency 

Lower Embodied Carbon

Studies show LSF solutions can achieve up to 51% lower embodied carbon compared to traditional concrete/blockwork structures. With future steel recycling considered (“Module D” credits), embodied carbon impact can be reduced to 49% of the equivalent concrete design.

Reduced Waste & Lighter Weight

LSF construction generates approximately 30% less on-site waste due to prefabrication and precision manufacturing. Total structure weight can be as little as 25% of a concrete building, easing foundation requirements and reducing transport emissions.

Thermal Efficiency & Operational Carbon Savings

LSF systems provide excellent thermal insulation and airtightness, lowering a building’s operational energy use. Factory-based production increases efficiency, reduces build time, and minimises site-based risks.

Recycling & Modularity

Steel is highly recyclable and adaptable, supporting circular economy principles. LSF structures are modular, allowing for easier expansion, relocation, or repurposing throughout the building lifecycle.

Feature Light Steel Frame (LSF) Traditional Concrete/Masonry

Embodied Carbon

Up to 51% lower; 49% with recycling credits

Higher by default, fewer reduction opportunities

Site Waste

~30% less waste

Higher waste output

Weight

≈25% of equivalent concrete structure

Much heavier, more demanding foundations

Thermal Efficiency

Excellent insulation & energy performance

Often lower unless extra insulation added

Build Speed

Fast, high precision

Slower, more weather delays

Reusability

Highly recyclable & adaptable

Limited reuse potential

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