The Envision tools are made in compliance with the Envision Sustainable Infrastructure Framework Version 3 (2018). This calculation tool can be used to achieve the following credits:
CR1.1 Reduce Net Embodied Carbon (20 points)
CR1.2 Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions (26 points)
RA1.1 Support Sustainable Procurement Practices - This can be supported with data that One Click LCA contains
RA1.2 Use Recycled Materials
RA1.4 Reduce Construction Waste
RA1.5 Balance Earthwork on Site
Details on the tools required for the following credits can be found below:
LD3.3 Conduct a Life-Cycle Economic Evaluation - This be achieved with the Infrastructure LCC tool
We offer two calculation tools:
'International' Envision tool which utilizes CML data.
'North American' Envision tool which utilizes TRACI data.
Updates to the Envision Version 3 Credits
The credit system has changed slightly, previously we supported the RA1.1 Credit, however, you can see this has changed into the CR1.1 credit.
Life-Cycle & Results Scope
The calculation includes the life cycle modules of A1-A4, B4-B5 and B6. The results are provided in 'Global Warming in t CO2e' and 'Use of nonrenewable primary energy as energy MJ'.
Data Scope
The data scope depends on the calculation tool used. The International version uses CML data and the North American version uses TRACI data.
Assessment Scope
The assessment scope depends on your pursued credits.
Create a project and select the right calculation tool
Create a building project and select the 'LCA for Envision' tool as the chosen calculation tool.
Create your first design and set up the 'LCA Parameters'.
Selecting the end-of-life settings is not relevant for Envision assessments as of today.
Input required material data
Fill in your material information in One Click LCA by entering the design either manually or by importing your data (see different import options here; guidance for data import can be found here). If you need help finding the right datasets for your building materials, check our guidance pages here.
Input Use Phase (B6) data
Fill in your annual energy consumption under the 'Use Phase' tab.
Fill in the calculation period
As B4-B5 is included in the Envision scope, replacements during the service life of the asset will have to be calculated.
Review the results and download the results report
Download the full results from your designs results page, selecting 'More actions' in the top right hand corner.