The construction of concrete and steel is a significant contributor to the emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2), and this report aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the role of such materials. In this context, certain EU regulations necessitate that builders and developers disclose the environmental impact of their construction materials, among other factors. However, many contractors are unfamiliar with these regulations, leaving them to rely on insufficient or ineffective measures to address this issue.
Enter Lisa Oberaigner, cofounder of Emidat—a software start-up designed to assist manufacturers in accurately reporting the environmental impact of their construction materials. Oberaigner’s software is instrumental in measuring the CO2 emissions associated with the creation of these materials and identifying the most sites where a manufacturer can mitigate these emissions. The software employs AI technology to swiftly and accurately automate this process.
Beside the software, these companies must also have a method in place to verify the availability of proof of concept (PoC) or proof of design (POD) data. This is where Lisa Oberaigner and her team step in, providing this critical information to manufacturers and ultimately aiding them in reducing their environmental impact. By leveraging their expertise, Emidat aims to expedite the process, achieving a significant time reduction from the prolonged period previously taken.
These measures, though aimed at efficiency and compliance, present challenges for manufacturers and the industries relying on Emidat. This report examines the implications of such efforts, considering how they might intersect with sustainability goals, resource constraints, and industry-specific challenges.
