Elevation Carbon
Paul Paterson is a seasoned engineering professional with extensive experience in building performance and project management. As Founder and CEO of Elevation Carbon since October 2022, Paul emphasizes real building performance over mere compliance. Prior to this role, Paul served as Operations Manager at GHD from March 2018 to September 2022, where responsibilities included overseeing the project and construction management business, contributing to notable projects such as the Dubai mall portfolio and net-zero office buildings. Previous positions at James L Williams Middle East and BJAMS involved leading teams in mechanical design and construction services, while Paul’s tenure at Lateral Technologies & Solutions Ltd included pioneering methods to enhance operational energy efficiency and achieving the world's first BREEAM "Outstanding" department store. Paul holds a BEng Hons degree in Building Services Engineering from Glasgow Caledonian University.
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Elevation Carbon
Elevation Carbon delivers high-performance sustainability for the built environment. We’re not here to tick boxes—we’re here to make buildings perform. From early-stage design guidance to seamless Estidama and LEED certification, we help architects, engineers, and developers deliver real outcomes. Our work focuses on reducing energy demand, limiting carbon impact, and aligning design with performance. We combine hands-on expertise with smart systems and AI-driven tools to streamline delivery, eliminate duplication, and scale results. Whether it’s setting EUI and embodied carbon targets at concept stage, integrating with digital twins, or automating certification workflows—our goal is simple: better buildings, delivered faster. Our clients work with us to: Reduce CapEx through smarter early-stage decisions Improve operational energy and carbon performance Deliver Estidama and LEED with clarity and speed Build systems that connect design intent to outcome Leverage AI to reduce waste and scale efficiency across portfolios We’re lean. We’re technical. We get it done.