Leading cladding solutions supplier HVG Facades has gained an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for its premium solid aluminium MondoClad® panels.

HVG Facades is dedicated to supporting design and construction professionals with comprehensive data that helps meet the guidelines established by the Green Building Council of Australia and the Australian Government.

The supplier has reinforced this commitment by providing detailed certifications for its MondoClad® product, which recently added an EPD to its growing list of sustainable assurances.

Builder: Hutchinson Builders. Architect: NBRS Architecture. Photographer: Alexander Mayes Photography

Green certification demystified

Several green building certifications exist to standardise and measure sustainable practices in architecture. Among the most notable are Green Star, LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method). These frameworks provide structured methodologies for assessing a building’s environmental, social and economic performance.

Installer: Facade Nation Australia Builder: Quadracon Constructions. Photo: supplied by HVG Facades

Green product certifications and other tools such as product labels and declarations serve to verify that a product meets specific environmental standards, often based on attributes such as energy consumption, recycled content and emissions associated with manufacturing, disposal and use. EPDs, for example, communicate independently verified data about the environmental performance of products and services based on Life Cycle Assessments (LCA).

A holistic approach to sustainable building products

Recognised by leading green building frameworks, these certifications have gained prominence as demand for sustainable products continues to grow, shaping market trends and driving innovation.

Builder: Kane Constructions. Photographer: Barton Taylor

However, creating truly sustainable buildings demands more than adherence to environmental performance metrics. A genuinely holistic approach integrates material health, ethical sourcing and social responsibility into every stage of a project. 

Tools such as EPDs offer critical insights into a product’s life cycle impacts, but often fail to address these broader concerns. Certifications like Product Health Declarations (PHDs) and GreenRate complement EPDs by ensuring that building materials are aligned with contemporary sustainability benchmarks.

The sustainable benefits of MondoClad®

HVG Facades is taking this more comprehensive approach to MondoClad®.

Installer: EXZO. Builder: NEWest Alliance. Architects: MPS Architects Conglio Architects (CAAMPS)

MondoClad®’s new EPD for its carbon emissions and life cycle impact follows a string of existing certifications. These include a GreenTag PHD PlatinumHEALTH certification, confirming its adherence to high material health standards, and a GreenTag GreenRate Level A certification, representing the highest achievement in responsible sourcing and manufacturing processes.

MondoClad® stands out as a versatile and sustainable solution for achieving green building certifications. Its non-combustible, marine-grade aluminium composition ensures compliance with fire safety regulations, including AS1530.1, while offering exceptional durability and corrosion resistance. These qualities make MondoClad® an excellent choice for a wide range of applications, from recladding projects to new builds, in both commercial and residential settings.

MyState Bank Area, Tasmania. Photo: supplied by HVG Facades

A key aspect of MondoClad®’s environmental performance is its recyclability. The panels are 100 percent recyclable, requiring up to 95 percent less energy during recycling compared to primary metal production. The product’s manufacturing process incorporates a closed-loop PVDF coating system that minimises waste, eliminates harmful VOC emissions, and enhances durability, aligning with sustainability goals set by certification frameworks like Green Star.

These certifications offer architects and designers confidence in specifying MondoClad®, knowing it meets stringent sustainability benchmarks while promoting healthier indoor environments.

Designer: Reitsma Design. Landscape Design: Steven Clegg. Builder: Gray Construction Group. Installer: Archer Facades

Ready to build greener?

With MondoClad®, HVG Facades wants to help architects and designers meet their sustainability goals with confidence. To find out more about taking this holistic approach to your next project, read HVG Facades’ white paper here.

Installer: Proline Metal Cladding. SPG Cladding. Builder: Kapitol Group. Architect: Clarke Hopkins Clarke

Lead image designed by architect Ironbridge Engineering and built by Freysinett Australia. Photography by Global Pictures Australia.