Whole Life Carbon Assessment in Building Surveys: RICS PAS 2080 2nd Edition and Valuation Resilience in 2026
Buildings account for nearly 40% of global carbon emissions, yet most property valuations still overlook the carbon cost embedded in walls, floors, and mechanical systems. Since July 1, 2024, RICS members have been mandated to follow the 2nd edition standard when completing whole life carbon assessments—a shift that fundamentally changes how surveyors evaluate property resilience […]
