Sustainability Report
Certificates
Embodied carbon
World of Volvo’s glulam beams and columns are constructed from PEFC (Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification) certified European spruce. The floors, walls, and roof slabs are made using locally sourced PEFC certified spruce CLT.
The harvesting of timber from sustainably managed forests enhances their capacity as carbon sinks. The use of timber as a structural material reduces emissions from construction. It removes the need for carbon-intensive materials such as concrete and steel. Moreover, it transforms a timber building into a carbon store by sequestering carbon within the structure.
A total of 2,200 glulam and 2,750 CLT pieces were installed over a period of 28 weeks.
Operational Emissions / Energy
When designing World of Volvo, Henning Larsen developed a digital workflow, incorporating its expertise in computational and parametric design. An understanding of the manufacturing process allowed for the creation of an optimised structure that minimises resource use without compromising on the concept.
The 654 large glass panels in World of Volvo’s floor-to-ceiling facade bathes the interior in natural light.
Emphasising sustainability, a five-storey, 45,000-square-metre car park beneath World of Volvo is constructed from eco-friendly green concrete. Approximately ten percent of the car park’s 1,500 parking spaces have electric chargers.
The project’s extensive green spaces and accessible roof encourage movement and increase biodiversity.
Key products in low carbon design
