An Act relating to embodied carbon emission reductions in state-funded projects
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to reduce the carbon emissions associated with building materials and construction in Massachusetts state-funded projects. It requires state agencies to consider embodied carbon when planning and undertaking new construction or major renovations. The goal is to promote the use of more sustainable building practices and materials to minimize the environmental impact of state investments. This legislation seeks to align state construction with broader efforts to combat climate change.
Key provisions
- State agencies must assess the embodied carbon of building materials for new projects.
- Prioritize the use of low-carbon and sustainable building materials.
- Establish guidelines and standards for embodied carbon reduction.
- Require reporting on embodied carbon emissions for state-funded projects.
- Consider life-cycle assessments when evaluating construction projects.
- Promote research and development of low-carbon building technologies.
- Establish a process for reviewing and updating embodied carbon standards.
Who is affected
- State Agencies
- Construction Contractors
- Building Material Suppliers
- Massachusetts Residents (indirectly through state projects)
- The State Government
Notable changes
- Introduces a requirement for embodied carbon assessments in state-funded projects.
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Sponsors
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
William J. Driscoll Jr.
Cosponsor
William J. Driscoll Jr.
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