Circular Clean Wave Seychelles Climate Initiative

EPD Materials Carbon Calculator

Measure, track, and reduce embodied carbon in construction projects using Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) materials to support Seychelles' climate goals.

Carbon Calculator

Project Parameters

m²
25%

Additional Options

Results Summary

Standard Materials 4,500 tCO₂e
With EPD Materials 3,375 tCO₂e
Carbon Savings 1,125 tCO₂e

25% reduction from baseline

Contribution to 2030 Goal 0.38%

Of 293.8 ktCO₂e target

Carbon Credit & ROI Analysis

Carbon Credit Price Trend

Current: £61.45 per ton

ROI Calculator

Based on verified certificates
USD
£
Carbon Credits Value
£68,625
Simple ROI
27.45%
Payback Period
3.65 years
CO₂ Abatement Cost
$222/ton

Material Comparison

Compare the environmental impact of traditional construction materials versus EPD-certified alternatives.

Material Category Traditional (kg CO₂e/m²) EPD-Certified (kg CO₂e/m²) Reduction Cost Difference
Concrete & Cement
180 126 -30% +15%
Steel & Metals
120 84 -30% +20%
Wood & Timber
60 30 -50% +10%
Glass & Windows
40 32 -20% +25%
Insulation & Finishes
50 35 -30% +15%
Total Average 450 307 -32% +17%

Progress Toward 2030 Goals

Seychelles GHG Reduction Target

2020 Emissions 558.60 Gg CO₂e
2030 Target (26.4% Reduction) 411.13 Gg CO₂e
Total Reduction Needed 147.47 Gg CO₂e

(293.8 ktCO₂e by 2030)

Current Progress 32.2 ktCO₂e
11% of target 89% remaining

EPD Materials Impact Simulator

m²
40%
5-Year Potential Impact
28.1 ktCO₂e

9.6% of 2030 target

10-Year Potential Impact
56.3 ktCO₂e

19.2% of 2030 target

Recommended Adoption Rate
75%

To meet 2030 targets

EPD Materials Resources

Access information, guidelines, and tools to help implement EPD materials in your construction projects.

EPD Certification Guide

Comprehensive guide to obtaining and verifying Environmental Product Declarations for construction materials in Seychelles.

Materials Database

Access our database of EPD-certified materials available in Seychelles, including specifications and suppliers.

Case Studies

Explore successful implementations of EPD materials in construction projects across Seychelles and similar regions.

Policy Framework

Information on Seychelles' policies, regulations, and incentives related to low-carbon construction materials.

Training Resources

Access training materials, webinars, and workshops on implementing EPD materials in construction projects.

Expert Support

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Implementation Timeline

Seychelles has developed a comprehensive timeline for implementing EPD materials in construction projects to support our climate goals. This phased approach ensures a smooth transition for the construction industry.

1

Phase 1: Awareness & Capacity Building (2023-2024)

Educating stakeholders and building local capacity for EPD implementation.

Completed
2

Phase 2: Voluntary Implementation (2024-2025)

Encouraging voluntary adoption with incentives and pilot projects.

In Progress
3

Phase 3: Partial Requirements (2025-2027)

Implementing requirements for government projects and large developments.

Upcoming
4

Phase 4: Full Implementation (2027-2030)

Mandatory requirements for all new construction projects above a certain size.

Planned
EPD Materials Implementation

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Join Seychelles' journey towards sustainable construction and carbon neutrality. Our team is ready to help you implement EPD materials in your projects.

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