Carbon Efficiency Rating
Problem addressed
Currently, there is a challenge quantifying and reducing the carbon footprint of the furniture manufacturing industry. An effective way to measure the carbon associated with furniture is necessary for manufacturers to understand the emissions associated with their current processes and take actions to reduce the environmental footprint of their products.
Overview of start-up
The Carbon Efficiency Estimator measures the total amount of carbon a furniture piece uses in its lifecycle. This allows designers, estimators, and procurement managers to quickly estimate the total amount of carbon associated with a retail display fixture. Additionally, users can produce self-declaration certificates for their customers confirming the carbon footprint and carbon efficiency. By providing a tangible measure of a furniture piece’s carbon usage throughout its lifecycle, Carbon Efficiency aims to enable manufacturers to produce more sustainable products. This initiative directly tackles the industry’s need for a standard benchmarking tool for carbon efficiency, empowering stakeholders to make informed decisions that contribute to environmental sustainability.
What makes the start-up innovative?
Their offering is innovative as it is the industry’s first benchmark tool for carbon efficiency. Their unique selling point is the comprehensive approach taken, encompassing not just carbon efficiency measurements but also providing a platform for self-declaration certificates regarding carbon footprint and carbon efficiency. This multi-faceted tool supports circular design principles and facilitates lifecycle assessments of product types. Unlike other solutions, Carbon Efficiency’s independent design standard collaborates broadly with designers, manufacturers, industry associations, and universities aiming to establish a Carbon Accreditation Scheme.
How the start-up has been designed to scale-up quickly
Carbon Efficiency’s product/service has been designed with scalability at its core. The digital nature of the Carbon Efficiency Estimator allows for rapid deployment and adaptation across various sectors within the furniture manufacturing industry. Their engagement with a wide range of stakeholders from the outset ensures that the platform is versatile and meets the diverse needs of the industry. By leveraging a SaaS platform, their tool can easily accommodate a growing number of users and data without sacrificing performance. Furthermore, their close collaboration with industry bodies and educational institutions not only enhance credibility and adoption but also foster an environment of continuous improvement and expansion.