Fujitsu General Air Conditioning UK (FGAC(UK) has achieved Embodied Carbon Verification (ECV) from CIBSE Certification for its J-VS Mini VRF R32 series of heat pumps.
FGAC(UK) in becoming an early participant CIBSE's ECV scheme, has demonstrated transparency in embodied carbon reporting, and intends in the near future to extend ECV verification with CIBSE Certification across its heat pump portfolio.
This third-party verification offers consultants greater confidence in product specifications and streamlines the processing time during project planning.
Kieran O'Brien, Director of CIBSE Certification ltd, said: ‘This milestone reflects our commitment to supporting the industry with trusted ECV tools for sustainable design, and Fujitsu General Air Conditioning UK’s (FGAC(UK) adoption of Embodied Carbon Verification (ECV) demonstrates leadership in reducing environmental impact while enhancing confidence in product specifications’
CIBSE’s TM65 methodology, available here, provides manufacturers with the necessary tools to conduct self-assessments of their products’ embodied carbon. However, the ECV scheme adds an additional layer of credibility by offering independent verification of these calculations. Participation in the scheme allows manufacturers to validate their embodied carbon claims, demonstrating their sustainability credentials and commitment to reducing carbon emissions.
CIBSE Certification, a wholly owned subsidiary of CIBSE and the NABERS UK scheme administrator, reinvests profits from its operations to broaden its service offerings and support CIBSE's mission. Through initiatives like ECV and NABERS UK, CIBSE continues to drive the transition to a low-carbon built environment, ensuring that carbon reduction remains a priority for the industry.
Discover more about the Embodied Carbon Verification (ECV) scheme and its impact HERE