MEP 2040 Whole Life Carbon Pilot

DATA, ANALYSIS AND REPORTING

The MEP Whole Life Carbon Pilot represents a groundbreaking industry collaboration launched in February 2025. This innovative program brings together 35 leading firms to measure and analyze carbon emissions across the full lifecycle of MEP systems in 40 diverse building projects.

Participants in this six-month initiative gain hands-on experience applying the measurement methodologies outlined in the Beginner's Guide to MEP Embodied Carbon. Through structured weekly sessions from February through July 2025, teams explore comprehensive approaches to quantifying and addressing three critical emission categories:

  • Embodied carbon from MEP materials and equipment

  • Fugitive emissions from refrigerants and other sources

  • Operational emissions associated with MEP systems

By consolidating data and insights from this diverse project portfolio, the pilot aims to establish industry benchmarks, identify high-impact reduction strategies, and accelerate the adoption of whole life carbon assessment practices throughout the MEP sector. This collaborative effort represents a significant step toward the MEP 2040 commitment to net zero carbon across all aspects of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.

To participate in the Data Analysis & Reporting MEP Whole Life Carbon Pilot study, your firm must be a signatory, donor or supporter of MEP 2040. These pilot projects will be following The Beginner's Guide to MEP Embodied Carbon.

Why Join?

  • MEP Embodied Carbon analysis skill building with leading experts

Participant Requirements:

  • Ability to meet with the Pilot group once per week (Wednesdays 2-3pm EST) from February 5th-July 23rd

  • Sign off by signatory firm (and client) of a single project for use during the Pilot Program

  • Project with a Revit Model at LOD 200/300 (at or beyond 100% Design Development)

  • Project must have completed an energy/loads model

  • Recommended that the project be accompanied by the associated life cycle assessment results for Structure, Enclosure, and Interior (optional)

The One Click LCA MEP Carbon Tool will be provided to Pilot participants for a 6 month trial.

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