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The manufacturing and construction industry recognise the need to supply products and materials that have a low environmental impact.<\/p>\n<p>This briefing paper provides an overview of current sustainability trends and Australia specific building rating tools. The paper explains the various methods of demonstrating environmental performance of products and materials and provides details of well recognised certification schemes. The paper concludes with some thoughts about the value.<\/p>\n<p>Download the <a href=\"http:\/\/edgeenvironment.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/Edge-Environment-Sustainable-Building-Products-Materials-Final-1.pdf\">Briefing Paper<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Written by: Clint Craggs<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The use of more sustainable building products and materials has become an essential component of new construction developments. 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