As the construction industry sharpens its focus on carbon reduction and transparency, Engineered Composites is reinforcing its sustainability commitments by aligning its GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic) product range with Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) standards. The move aims to equip architects, contractors, and specifiers with the data-driven tools needed to meet evolving regulatory and procurement demands. 

An Environmental Product Declaration is a third-party verified document that details a product’s environmental impact across its lifecycle, from raw material extraction to end-of-life disposal. Compliant with standards such as EN 15804 and ISO 14025, EPDs are increasingly critical for projects aligned with frameworks like BREEAM, LEED, and PAS 2080. 

“EPDs allow us to quantify and communicate the sustainability advantages of GRP with scientific accuracy,” said a spokesperson from Engineered Composites. “They transform our materials’ performance into actionable data that supports sustainable procurement and design decisions.” 

GRP’s inherent benefits, including its lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and low-maintenance properties, make it well-suited for long-term infrastructure use. When these qualities are validated through an EPD, they provide measurable sustainability metrics. For example, reduced transport emissions and a longer lifespan contribute to lower whole-life carbon values, which are increasingly necessary in public and private sector tenders.