Life cycle analysis

Equites applies internationally recognised green building certification systems, specifically BREEAM and IFC EDGE, across its development portfolio. 

For BREEAM certified projects, a whole-building Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) in accordance with EN 15978 is conducted. This captures the embodied carbon associated with major construction materials and processes across the relevant life cycle stages. The results are verified as part of the BREEAM certification process and used to inform design decisions, material selection, and long-term sustainability targets. 

For developments where IFC EDGE certification is applied, embodied impacts are measured through the EDGE materials methodology, which uses LCA derived embodied energy datasets for key construction materials. 

In line with GHG Protocol best practice, Equites also accounts for the emissions associated with buildings constructed and disposed during the reporting period. These embodied carbon impacts are included in the company’s reported greenhouse gas inventory for the relevant assessment period, ensuring that both operational and construction-related emissions are transparently disclosed. 

Green leases

We include green lease provisions that mandate energy and water efficiency, responsible waste management and broader environmental stewardship in all of our leases. These efforts help position our tenants as leaders in sustainable innovation and support reductions in carbon emissions and operational costs.