NORR, a global architecture and engineering firm, is collaborating with Qflow, a tool for capturing and analyzing construction data. Their project in Toronto aims for the Living Future Institute’s Zero Carbon Certification, showing NORR’s commitment to using data for sustainable practices.

This collaboration helps bridge the gap between the carbon estimates made during design and the actual carbon produced during construction. While traditional life-cycle assessment (LCA) tools offer important carbon estimates in the design phase, Qflow adds value by collecting real-time data on materials that arrive at the construction site. This method provides clearer and more detailed information, making it easier to track carbon emissions accurately for necessary certifications.

This collaboration aims to lower embodied carbon by accurately tracking and finding ways to reduce it. It will provide quick access to trusted data for selecting materials and greener alternatives. Additionally, it will create a clear record of actual carbon data that meets the strict requirements for zero carbon certification.

NORR plans to use the partnership from the Toronto pilot project as a model for future projects focused on sustainability.