In 2022, the building sector was responsible for 37% of global CO2 emissions. To illustrate this colossal impact, an increase of just 1% in construction-related emissions is equivalent to adding 10 million cars to cover the Earth's circumference*.
In the face of theclimate emergency, sustainable construction and renovation have become priorities. However, the current situation remains worrying. As regulations such as the RE2020 set ever more demanding standards, turning to environmental labels- genuine guarantees of greener, more responsible construction - is becoming key.
An overview of the main environmental labels
BBCA (Low Carbon Building) label
This label aims to minimize the carbon footprint of buildings by taking into accounttheir entire life cycle, from construction to deconstruction. It assesses CO2 emissions linked to materials, energy consumption and carbon storage potential.
BBCA Renovation label
Extending low-carbon building requirements to renovation projects, the BBCA Rénovation label focuses on reducing carbon emissions. It encourages the use of low-carbon materials and improvedenergy efficiency in existing buildings.
Biodiversity label
Valuing projects that incorporate solutions that promote biodiversity, this label encourages the
