New report: 31% of AEC pros report carbon reductions of up to 20% through construction LCAs

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The construction industry has made meaningful progress in embodied carbon reduction, but critical barriers remain. The 2025 Carbon Experts Report from One Click LCA reveals the data behind the challenges — and the opportunities for manufacturers and AEC professionals to accelerate LCA progress.

  • Regulatory gaps slow progress: 85% of AEC professionals cite the lack of national regulations as the top barrier to LCA adoption.

  • EPD complexity hinders manufacturers: Over 80% say cost and verification challenges slow adoption.

  • EPDs drive material choices: 83% of AEC professionals consider EPDs in projects, while 89% of manufacturers see them shaping purchasing decisions.

  • LCAs cut carbon: 31% of AEC pros achieve up to 20% reductions, while 50% of manufacturers target up to 10%, and 36% aim for 11%–30%.

Read more and download the full data-driven report here: 2025 Carbon Experts Report | One Click LCA