SURAP Footprints

The SURAP Footprints method is a database developed by SURAP for assessing the climate impact and resource consumption of buildings. The straightforward set of indicators facilitates the assessment and communication of climate impact and resource efficiency. The data contained is compiled by SURAP using the ecoinvent background database.

Environmental impact indicators

AbbreviationIndicatorUnit
GWP totalGlobal Warming Potential, totalkg CO2-eq.
PENRTTotal use of non-renewable primary energy resourcesMJ
RMIRaw Material Inputkg Raw materials
TMRTotal Material Requirementkg primary material
WDPWater Depletion Potentialm³ world eq.

Life cycle phases

The following life cycle phases and modules are available in the SURAP Footprints database: Production A1-A3, transportation to construction site A4, replacement/replacement B4, energy B6, disposal (C3, C4), recycling (material D1, energy D2).

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