As the consequence of climate change become both better understood and more apparent, policy makers and consumers are demanding innovative strategies to reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. Zero-carbon and carbon neutral developments are therefore becoming more popular, and are already entrenched in legislation in some nations. However, the definitions of, and differences between, zero-carbon and carbon neutral remain unclear. The two terms are often used interchangeably, and can be confounded by concepts of green design and sustainability. Therefore, there are uncertainties—as well as opportunities—for business and industry.

This technical bulletin aims to define and differentiate the two terms, and to illustrate how steel products can be used to help create zero-carbon or carbon neutral developments.

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