Sustainability Report

Embodied carbon overview

• Selective deconstruction: Prior to renovation, 91.4 percent of interior materials were recovered for reuse or recycling, significantly reducing upfront embodied carbon.
• Local sourcing: The vast majority of materials and products were procured from Quebec, supporting the local economy and reducing emissions linked to transportation.
• Measured impact: Reported greenhouse gas savings total 0.54 tonnes. While modest, this reflects a considered effort to account for embodied impacts and signals a step towards more transparent carbon-conscious design.

Operational emissions overview

• Aerothermal heating and cooling systems reduce overall energy input.
• Automated load-shedding balances energy use by responding to real-time demand.
• Carbon dioxide sensors optimise ventilation in high-traffic areas, maintaining air quality efficiently.
• Distech Controls building management system, installed by ACCS, integrates climate, ventilation, and energy monitoring into a centralised platform.
• Carbon-neutral operation: Together, these systems drive the building towards operational carbon neutrality, aligning with Chevalier Morales’ sustainability objectives.

Service & maintenance emission overview

• Extended system lifespan: Automated and efficient technologies reduce wear and servicing requirements.
• Lower maintenance costs: Intelligent controls enable predictive management and limit unnecessary interventions.
• High-efficiency air treatment unit (approx. 90 percent efficient) reduces energy demand and extends filter/part lifecycles.
• Reuse of salvaged materials supports durability, reducing future replacement needs during upkeep or refurbishment.