Life Cycle Costing

Life Cycle Costing

An economic analysis that considers the costs associated with a product or project throughout its life cycle, including acquisition, operation, maintenance, and disposal costs, to evaluate the overall cost-effectiveness and…

Low-Carbon Economy

Low-Carbon Economy

An economy that has significantly reduced greenhouse gas emissions, particularly carbon dioxide, by transitioning to renewable energy sources, improving energy efficiency, and implementing sustainable practices across sectors.

Low-Impact Development (LID)

Low-Impact Development (LID)

An approach to land development and stormwater management that uses decentralized, nature-based techniques, such as rain gardens, permeable pavement, and green roofs, to mimic natural hydrological processes, reduce runoff, and…

Materiality Assessment

Materiality Assessment

An evaluation process used by organizations to identify, prioritize, and report on the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues that are most significant or relevant to their operations, stakeholders, and…

Mitigation

Mitigation

The actions and measures taken to reduce or prevent the severity of climate change impacts, such as greenhouse gas emissions reduction, renewable energy deployment, adaptation planning, and sustainable land management.

Mobility Management

Mobility Management

Strategies and policies aimed at promoting sustainable and efficient transportation options, such as public transit, cycling, walking, carpooling, and telecommuting, to reduce reliance on single-occupancy vehicles and alleviate traffic congestion.

Net Zero Energy Building

Net Zero Energy Building

A building that produces as much energy as it consumes over a defined period, typically a year, through energy-efficient design, on-site renewable energy generation, and energy management strategies, resulting in…

Non-Renewable Resources

Non-Renewable Resources

Natural resources that cannot be replenished within a short time frame or are being depleted faster than they can be naturally replaced, such as fossil fuels and minerals, highlighting the…

Overconsumption

Overconsumption

The excessive use of resources and generation of waste beyond the Earth's carrying capacity, often driven by unsustainable production and consumption patterns, resulting in environmental degradation, social inequality, and resource…

Paris Agreement

Paris Agreement

An international treaty adopted in 2015 under UNFCCC. Aims to limit global warming well below 2 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels and pursue efforts to limit the temperature increase to…

Passive Design

Passive Design

The strategic design and orientation of buildings to maximize natural heating, cooling, and lighting opportunities, minimizing the need for mechanical systems and reducing energy consumption.

Pollution

Pollution

The release of harmful substances, contaminants, or pollutants into the environment, including air, water, and soil, resulting in adverse effects on human health, ecosystems, and the environment.