Modelling supplementary cementitious materials in EPDs
Guidance on input data and modelling for the impact of SCMs within EPDs
This webinar/event was held on: September 3, 2025
EPD Australasia shared guidance on input data and modelling for the impact of supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) within Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), in line with the updated Product Category Rules for Construction Products.
The webinar was introduced by Cyril Giraud, Chair of EPD Australasia and featured presentations by:
Kelly Taylor – CEO, EPD Australasia
Andrew D. Moore – Technical Advisor, EPD Australasia and Chair of EPD Australasia’s Technical Advisory Group
Rob Rouwette – Co-chair Construction Product PCR v2.0, member of EPD International’s Technical Committee, and an EPD Australasia-approved verifier
The session was especially relevant for:
Concrete and cement manufacturers
EPD process certified companies
EPD process certifiers and verifiers
EPD consultants
What was covered
Background on what is driving the changes to include impacts of SCMs such as fly ash, blast furnace slag and silica fume
Co-product allocation and types of acceptable data
Draft technical guidance, including guidance on economic allocation
Thank you to everyone who joined us live. If you missed the session, a recording of the webinar is now available to watch at your convenience. You can also download the presentation slides.