18.05.2026
MagiCAD Group
As sustainability requirements continue to grow across the construction sector, access to reliable environmental data has become increasingly important for both designers and manufacturers. Accurate EPD data and GWP data are now essential for lifecycle assessments and for meeting project and regulatory requirements.
ETS NORD, a manufacturer of ventilation and air distribution products, has taken a structured approach to making its environmental data available in BIM‑compatible format in MagiCAD Cloud by using MagiCAD Cloud Environmental Data Service. GWP data for their products is now available at product and variant level, making it easier to use in LCA and sustainability assessments.
Designers are increasingly expected to consider environmental impact already in the early stages of a project. In practice, this means using EPD data and GWP data as part of LCA calculations during the design phase.
At the same time, manufacturers are expected to provide detailed and verified environmental data for their products. While this data often exists, it is not always available in a format or location where it can be easily used in LCA calculations. This can lead to time consuming manual work, inconsistent use of environmental data, and a reliance on generic values instead of product specific information.
We asked Marcus Kukkonen, Quality and Sustainability Manager at ETS NORD, how they approach environmental data management and how they use MagiCAD Cloud Environmental Data Service.
”Previously, environmental data such as EPDs and GWP were available, but it was hard to gather the necessary info because it was spread across different documents. It was difficult and time-consuming for designers to find, compare and use that data correctly.”
“We use MagiCAD Cloud Environmental Data Service to make verified EPD and GWP data available at product and variant level directly in MagiCAD Cloud. Designers can access environmental data already in the planning phase and use it as a basis for LCA calculations. This helps ensure that the EPD and GWP data is consistent and aligned with our published and verified declarations.”
“Working with structured environmental data has improved transparency and data quality. Variant level environmental data enables more accurate LCA calculations and reduces the need to rely on generic averages that are usually higher than our EPD figures. Internally, it has also supported more systematic data management.”
“The service provides reliable product specific environmental data that can be used as a basis for LCA calculations and sustainability assessments. This reduces manual work and the risk of interpretation errors and helps designers meet increasing project and regulatory requirements more efficiently. It also enables us to provide more consistent support across different markets and projects.”
“I recommend managing environmental data in a structured way, starting from how it will be used by designers and customers. Product level environmental data improves credibility, supports future requirements, and makes collaboration with designers and customers smoother. Having environmental data available in a format that supports BIM and LCA tools is becoming increasingly important.”
MagiCAD Cloud Environmental Data Service enables manufacturers to make verified EPD data and GWP data available in MagiCAD Cloud in a structured, BIM-compatible format that can be used in LCA and sustainability assessment tools. Environmental data can be managed at product and variant level and used in design phase calculation workflows such as LCA.
By making environmental data accessible in the design phase via MagiCAD Cloud, designers can use product specific data in LCA calculations, compare products based on environmental impact, and make more informed design decisions. This reduces the need for external data collection and supports a more consistent use of environmental data across projects.
For manufacturers, structured environmental data improves data quality, reduces manual processes, and ensures that EPD data and GWP data are consistently used in customer projects.
For designers, having access to product specific environmental data makes it easier to carry out LCA calculations, compare technical solutions, and meet sustainability requirements without relying on generic assumptions.
Read more about how you can make your EPD data and GWP data visible and usable with MagiCAD Cloud Environmental Data Service.
ETS NORD is a manufacturer of ventilation and air distribution products, specialising in solutions that support a healthy indoor climate and energy efficient buildings. The company develops and produces a wide range of products for commercial and residential projects, with a focus on performance, reliability, and ease of installation.
Founded in Estonia, ETS NORD operates internationally and works closely with designers, contractors, and partners across multiple markets. The company places a strong emphasis on product development, technical support, and compliance with industry standards.
www.etsnord.com/
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