Crucial decisions are made at the design stage, including the selection of materials, features, technologies, manufacturing process, potential suppliers, etc. These decisions can affect up to 80% the environmental and social impacts of a project throughout its lifecycle. We can support you in your reflection and decision-making process at this important stage to help you reduce the environmental and social impacts of your project, while optimizing construction, maintenance and operation costs.
Our expertise:
- Facilitation of public consultations
- Integrated Design Process (IDP)
- Virtual design tools (BIM/VDC)
- Certification support: LEED, Envision, Zero Carbon Building and WELL
- Building lifecycle assessment (LCA)
- Energy efficiency
- Support in terms of water, air and soil quality, and mitigation or compensation measures
- Governmental authorizations
- Integration and adaptation of infrastructure assets to natural environments
- Support for grant applications
Contact us to learn how we can help you ensure your project’s sustainable performance starting at the design phase: julie.hardy@cima.ca