“Elina’s training expanded our approach, from design strategies to material analysis. We now know the crucial questions to ask and how to access material data for our temporary projects, which typically have short lifespans. We’re working on a resource with Matter of Stuff to support our specific needs and inform our wider thinking. With this knowledge, we’re moving toward incorporating embodied carbon targets and systemic changes in our temporary projects.”
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