Less waste, more impact
Working with the building’s original structure means fewer emissions from concrete, steel, and other materials, reducing embodied carbon by up to 80% compared to a new-build.
Targeting best in class environmental accreditations
Frequently Asked Questions
By retaining the original building structure, four&five Grand Canal Square significantly reduces embodied carbon – the emissions associated with producing,transporting and installing building materials – by up to 80% compared to a traditional new-build.
Unlike many new developments, four&five Grand Canal Square leads with reuse over rebuild – a strategy that shows genuine environmental leadership and is the first of its kind in Dublin.
four&five Grand Canal Square is a 100% electric building and uses smart systems to reduce energy use throughout the day.