Resources
Where to read the original source.
A selective list of external primary sources for construction carbon reporting, not complete UK coverage, with a note on what each one covers and when it was last checked. Our own briefing notes are published separately under Insights.
01
Government and procurement
Primary sources for public-sector carbon requirements and bidding.
GOV.UK: Procurement policy notes
Cabinet Office
The original wording of procurement policy notes, including PPN requirements for bidders.
Link last checked August 2026.
GOV.UK: Greenhouse gas conversion factors
DESNZ and Defra
UK emission factors for company reporting, updated annually.
Link last checked August 2026.
02
Greenhouse gas reporting
Method and standards references behind Scope 1, 2 and 3 reporting.
GHG Protocol: Standards and guidance
GHG Protocol
Corporate and Scope 3 standards, including category definitions and calculation guidance.
Link last checked August 2026.
03
EPD databases and manufacturer pages
Starting points for sourcing Environmental Product Declarations. This is a selective list, not complete UK coverage.
EPD International: EPD library
EPD International AB
Published EPDs across construction and other product groups.
Link last checked August 2026.
04
Embodied carbon
Guidance on assessing and reporting embodied carbon in projects.
ICE: Carbon management guidance
ICE
Carbon management guidance for infrastructure and civil projects.
Link last checked August 2026.
CIBSE: Knowledge and research
CIBSE
Building services guidance relevant to operational and embodied carbon.
Link last checked August 2026.
05
Industry bodies and training
Where construction teams can build capability without buying consultancy.
Supply Chain Sustainability School: Training and self-assessment
Supply Chain Sustainability School
Free training and self-assessment for construction supply chains.
Link last checked August 2026.
Future Homes Hub: Guidance and resources
Future Homes Hub
Housebuilding-specific work on carbon, quality and delivery.
Link last checked August 2026.
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