Materials compass
Find, compare, & specify low-carbon construction materials
Access 250,000+ materials in a curated construction LCA database — for consultants, designers, engineers, and procurement teams to make low-carbon choices for every project.
What is Materials Compass?
- Comprehensive database for construction product information: Environmental product declaration (EPDs), CFPs, TM65 data, and generic LCA data
- No life-cycle assessment (LCA) expertise required
- User-friendly tool for architects, specifiers, buyers, and construction professionals
Benefits
Search the world’s largest LCA database with ease
- Access over 250,000 construction materials from the industry's largest LCA database
- Browse materials in gallery or list views for intuitive navigation
- Leverage advanced filtering by category, manufacturing location, EPD programs, and more
Find locally available sustainable & low-carbon materials
- Make environmentally responsible material choices with ease
- Filter materials based on manufacturing location or distance to the construction site
- Reduce transportation-related environmental impacts
Create & share material specifications
- Create and manage bills of materials (BoM) for procurement with sustainable options
- Bookmark materials for quick access or mark company favorites for team-wide reference
- Seamlessly integrate selected materials into One Click LCA projects
Find & compare low-carbon materials from around the world
Find, compare, and choose sustainable construction materials effortlessly. Make data-driven decisions for your next project!
Advanced features for smarter material selection
Comprehensive material search
Navigate 250,000+ materials database using categories, subcategories, or specific terms. Advanced filters enable precise searches by category, manufacturing country, EPD programs, and location-based options.
Side-by-side material comparison
Easily compare materials focusing on key sustainability metrics like Global Warming Potential (GWP), enabling informed decision-making for sustainable construction.
Material specification management
Create and manage material specification lists or BoMs for projects, with upcoming features for quantity input and other key BoM data, streamlining the project planning process.
Bookmarking and favorites
Save materials of interest for quick access later or mark company favorites for team-wide reference, improving workflow efficiency and collaboration.
One Click LCA project integration
One Click LCA users can directly add materials to their LCA projects within the software, seamlessly connecting material selection with comprehensive life-cycle assessments.
Manufacturer-specific searches
Explore products from specific manufacturers, making it easy to find preferred suppliers or compare alternatives, while leveraging the vast LCA database for informed sustainable choices.
Materials Compass options
Free |
Paid |
Requires free One Click LCA account |
Requires free One Click LCA account |
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Requires One Click LCA license |
Access data from leading manufacturers |
Access all data |
Advanced search |
Advanced search |
Advanced filters for navigation |
Advanced filters for navigation |
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Easy & quick comparisons |
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Bookmark & favuorite materials |
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Create specification lists & share data |
Information regarding leading manufacturers and their EPDs can be found on the public website materials.oneclicklca.com where manufacturers can showcase their environmental credentials on their own pages. See how Schneider Electric leads the way in using manufacturer pages to advance environmental impact transparency in MEP.
Frequently asked questions
Learn more about Materials Compass
Do I need a One Click LCA license to use the Materials Compass, or is it a standalone product?
Materials Compass can be used as a standalone product or added to a license as an add-on. It is also included with One Click LCA Expert licenses.
Is a free version of Materials Compass available?
Yes, see the versions above for more details.
How much does the Materials Compass cost?
Talk to our experts to learn more about Materials Compass and find the best solutions for your team and projects.
Can I compare Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) using the Materials Compass?
Yes, you can compare EPDs directly within the Materials Compass without needing the LCA tool.
resources
Learn more
Webinar replay — Materials Compass
Introduction to Materials Compass — find & compare low-carbon materials worldwide
What is an EPD?
Understanding environmental product declarations, why they matter, and how to create them
Looking to specify lower-carbon materials for your project?
Talk to a Materials Compass expert to see the tool in action.