Belfast·SPG005 Placemaking and Urban Design·Page 43·4.9.6

Material selection for energy efficiency and environmental impact

Material choices should reduce environmental impact through designs based on standard manufacturing, high thermal or solar performance, and locally sourced materials that reduce transportation carbon footprint.

The type of construction and selection of materials within a development will influence its energy efficiencies. Carefully chosen materials that aim to reduce the environmental impact of development can be achieved through; • Designs that are based on typical manufacturing standards that aim to reduce unnecessary waste; • Incorporating high thermal or solar performance to reduce lifespan costs; • Locally sourced materials that aim to reduce the carbon footprint of transporting to sites.

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