Brick and building products manufacturer Brickworks has expanded its sustainability measures by releasing more than 1,000 independently verified Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) across its locally manufactured product portfolio.
In a media release, Brickworks stated that the move underscores the company’s commitment to transparent manufacturing practices and offers builders, architects and developers access to detailed environmental data when selecting materials.
An EPD is a third-party verified document that outlines a product’s environmental footprint across its lifecycle, measuring factors such as carbon emissions, water use, energy consumption and waste generation.
Brickworks said this information would support the construction sector in making more informed choices at a time when environmental scrutiny on manufacturing and building practices continues to grow.
Brett Ward, General Manager Marketing at Brickworks, said the scale of the release represents a milestone for the company.
“We’re proud to be taking real, measurable steps toward a more sustainable construction industry. These EPDs are rigorous, transparent assessments verified by independent experts. Our customers want reliable data they can trust, and that’s what we’re committed to delivering,” Ward said.
The EPDs cover a wide range of products manufactured across Australia, including bricks, blocks and pavers.
The initiative builds on Brickworks’ earlier achievement of operating the country’s first certified carbon neutral brick plant at Austral Bricks Longford in Tasmania.
Ward said the investment reflects Brickworks’ responsibility as a major player in Australian manufacturing. “As Australia’s largest brick manufacturer, we have a responsibility to lead by example. This isn’t just about reducing our own footprint—it’s about helping the entire industry shift to more sustainable practices,” he said.
“By publishing these declarations, we’re giving specifiers and builders the tools they need to reduce embodied carbon and design more environmentally responsible projects.”
EPDs are becoming increasingly relevant for projects seeking recognition under sustainability frameworks such as Green Star and NABERS’ embodied carbon tool. According to Brickworks, 53 per cent of its Australian-made products now carry a Responsible Product Value that can contribute to Green Star Responsible Product Credits, a figure it intends to increase further.
Ward said the company views the initiative as part of a broader, long-term strategy. “We know our products play a critical role in shaping Australia’s built environment for generations. Our investment in EPDs is about accountability and supporting a lower-carbon future,” he said.
“It’s part of a wider, ongoing strategy to make sustainability a core part of how we do business—from our operations to our partnerships with customers and communities.”
