# Construction Sector Embeds Carbon Management

The construction industry is increasingly recognizing procurement's pivotal role in driving low-carbon infrastructure development. Emphasizing the integration of carbon management throughout project delivery, procurement professionals are encouraged to move beyond minimal compliance and actively embed carbon-related deliverables aligned with standards such as PAS2080. This approach not only supports environmental goals but also delivers economic benefits by reducing whole life cycle costs and unlocking value through structured collaboration.

- Procurement teams should prioritize meaningful carbon management integration in contracts to achieve scalable low-carbon solutions.
- Adherence to standards like PAS2080 is critical for consistent carbon measurement and management across projects.
- Organizations can realize cost savings and enhanced sustainability outcomes by embedding carbon considerations early in procurement processes.
- This trend signals growing demand for expertise and services that support carbon accounting and low-carbon infrastructure delivery within construction procurement.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** September 22, 2026

### Key Quotes
> If you treat their inclusion as a minimum effort compliance exercise, you are not only missing the point but also leaving value on the table.
> — Kirils Holstovs, ICE North East Climate Change Lead

### Sources
- [Spotlight | Carbon in procurement | New Civil Engineer](https://www.newcivilengineer.com/ice/spotlight-carbon-in-procurement-22-09-2026) - New Civil Engineer