Build with AI: AI-Powered System Builder

Overview

The Build with AI feature revolutionizes how you create system templates in CarbonSig. Using advanced artificial intelligence, this powerful tool automates the creation of detailed system templates that accurately replicate the carbon footprint processes of any product or activity, significantly reducing setup time while delivering tailored, precise results.

Why Use Build with AI?

⏱️Save Time: Automate repetitive template creation tasks and reduce setup time from hours to minutes.

🎨 Personalized Results: Generate templates specifically tailored to your processes, industry sector, and operational needs.

🎯 Enhanced Precision: Provide detailed inputs to generate accurate and actionable system templates that reflect real-world workflows.

🌱 Generate Low Carbon Solutions: Create innovative, low-carbon system templates that identify optimization opportunities.

🧠 AI-Powered Insights: Leverage machine learning models trained on carbon accounting best practices to suggest optimal system structures.

Key Features

Intelligent System Generation: AI interprets your descriptions and supporting documents to create comprehensive system templates
Document Upload Support: Upload Bills of Materials, EPDs, specifications, and blueprints for enhanced accuracy
Optional Carbon Estimation: Display estimated carbon footprint values directly in system titles for quick visual reference
Builder Mode Integration: Generated systems open directly in Builder Mode for immediate visualization and refinement
Safety Transparency: Clear guidelines on using AI safely within your carbon accounting workflows

🚀 Getting Started

Step 1: Access Build with AI

Navigate to the Systems section of CarbonSig
On the System Templates page, click the "Build with AI" button

The Build with AI interface will open, ready to help you create your system template.

Step 2: Review AI Safety Guidelines

Before using the feature, you'll see an AI-Generated Content Notice with important information about using AI safely in CarbonSig:

What the Notice Contains:

Guidelines on responsible AI use aligned with your company policies
Explanation that AI-generated systems must be reviewed by qualified personnel
Reminder that you are responsible for verifying the accuracy of all AI outputs
Clarification that unverified AI-generated data should not be used for regulatory or compliance purposes

What to Do:

Read the notice carefully to understand how this feature aligns with your organization's policies
Check the acknowledgment box to confirm you've understood the content
Access the "Learn More about AI Safety" link for detailed information about how CarbonSig's AI works

Important Reminder: AI is a powerful assistant designed to accelerate your workflow. However, all AI-generated systems and data must be reviewed by qualified carbon accounting professionals before use in regulatory reporting or compliance documentation.

Step 3: Input System Details

After clicking Continue, a modal window will appear requesting key information about the system you want to generate.

Field 1: System Name (Required)

Provide a clear, descriptive name that defines the system's purpose.

Example: "Aluminum Smelting Line" or "Packaging Production Process"

Field 2: Detailed Description (Required)

Be as specific as possible to help the AI understand your process. Include:

Industry sector and location: Specify your industry and geographic region
Main inputs: List key materials, energy sources, and resources (e.g., "electricity, natural gas, aluminum oxide")
Key outputs and byproducts: Identify primary products and any waste streams or co-products
Process steps: Describe major stages in the production workflow
Energy inputs and outputs: Mention significant energy consumption and generation points
Standards or certifications: Add relevant compliance requirements (e.g., ISO 14067, GHG Protocol)

Tips for Best Results:

Include specific industry sector and location information
Upload relevant documents (Bill of Materials, EPDs, specifications, blueprints)
Mention key energy inputs and outputs clearly
Add relevant standards or certification requirements
Be detailed about unique process characteristics

Field 3: Upload Documents (Optional)

Enhance AI accuracy by uploading supporting documentation:

Supported File Types: PDF, JPG, PNG, WEBP up to 5 files
Maximum File Size: 20 MB each

Recommended Documents:

Bill of Materials (BOM): Detailed list of components and quantities
Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs): Third-party verified environmental data
Technical Specifications: Process parameters and operational details
Blueprints or Flow Diagrams: Visual representations of your process

The AI analyzes uploaded documents to extract relevant information, improving the accuracy and completeness of the generated system template.

Field 4: Carbon Estimation (Optional)

Enable the "Show estimated carbon footprint in title" checkbox to display AI-calculated carbon estimates directly in your system title.

When to Enable:

Collaborative workshops and stakeholder presentations
Scenario planning and comparing multiple configurations
Quick decision-making during rapid prototyping
Initial assessments before detailed data entry

When to Disable:

Final reporting and compliance documentation
When detailed accuracy is more important than quick overview
Systems requiring precise, verified calculations

Important Note: These estimates are for reference and comparison purposes only. Always complete full data entry and verification for accurate carbon footprinting.

Step 4: Generate Your System

After completing all required fields and uploading any supporting documents:

Review your entries for accuracy and completeness
Click the "Build" button to generate your system template
The AI will process your information and create a detailed system structure

Processing Time: Most systems generate within 30-60 seconds, depending on complexity.

Step 5: Visualize and Refine in Builder Mode

Once generation is complete, your new system template automatically opens in Builder Mode, where you can:

Visualize the System:

Review the AI-generated process flow with inputs, processes, and outputs
See how inputs are connected to intermediate processes and final products
Identify system boundaries and key emission sources

Refine the Structure:

Add, remove, or modify inputs and processes
Adjust connections and relationships between components
Rename elements for better clarity
Reorganize the visual layout for optimal comprehension

Enter Detailed Data:

Switch to Entry Mode to populate specific emission factors, quantities, and values
Review and validate AI-suggested data
Add custom emission factors from your organization's library

Analyze Results:

Use Analyze Mode to review carbon footprint calculations
Generate reports and visualizations
Identify hotspots and optimization opportunities

Understanding AI Safety in CarbonSig

How Our AI Works

CarbonSig's AI-Powered System Builder uses Large Language Models (LLMs) to:

Interpret natural language descriptions of industrial processes
Analyze uploaded technical documents and extract relevant information
Create initial system templates with appropriate inputs, processes, and outputs
Suggest carbon flow models based on best practices in carbon accounting

Enhanced Security with Amazon Bedrock

CarbonSig has integrated Amazon Bedrock for AI data storage, ensuring enterprise-grade security:

Advanced Encryption: All prompts, inputs, and outputs are encrypted and securely managed
AI-Powered Security: Prevents unauthorized access and maintains data confidentiality
Compliance Standards: Meets enterprise security and compliance requirements
Privacy Protection: User interactions remain private and protected

Your sensitive information is handled with the highest level of security, giving you confidence in using AI-driven solutions for carbon accounting.

Your Responsibilities

When using Build with AI, remember:

✅ Review all AI-generated content: Qualified carbon accounting professionals must verify system accuracy
✅ Validate data sources: Ensure emission factors and calculations align with your organization's standards
✅ Align with company policies: Use AI features in accordance with your internal governance requirements
✅ Document verification: Maintain audit trails showing human review of AI outputs

❌ Do not use unverified AI outputs for:

Regulatory reporting and compliance submissions
Financial accounting and carbon credit calculations
External audits without human expert validation

Support and Assistance

CarbonSig's support team is available to help you implement safe AI practices in your carbon accounting workflows. Contact us at support@carbonsig.com for guidance.

Advanced Features

AI Estimation in System Titles

When enabled during system generation, the AI calculates an estimated carbon footprint and displays it directly in the system title (e.g., "2.8 kg CO₂e per unit").

Benefits:

Instant Overview: See carbon estimates without accessing detailed reports
Quick Comparisons: Compare multiple system scenarios at a glance
Enhanced Workflow: Streamline decision-making during design phases
Scenario Planning: Evaluate different configurations rapidly

Important: These estimates are for preliminary analysis only. Complete data entry and verification are required for accurate carbon footprinting.

Integration with Reference Emission Data Library

Generated systems automatically integrate with CarbonSig's Reference Emission Data Library, which includes:

Ecoinvent Database: Comprehensive life cycle inventory data
IPCC Emission Factors: Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change data
US EPA Data: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency emission factors
EPD International: Environmental Product Declarations

The AI suggests appropriate emission factors based on:

Geographic relevance
Industry-specific data availability
Data quality and freshness
Semantic matching with your process description

You can review AI suggestions using the "Why This LCI?" explanation feature, which provides transparent rationale for each data selection.

Best Practices

Tips for Optimal AI Generation

Be Specific: Provide detailed descriptions including industry, location, and process details
Upload Documents: Include technical specifications, BOMs, and EPDs when available
Iterate and Refine: Start with AI generation, then refine in Builder Mode based on your expertise
Validate Results: Always review AI-generated systems with qualified carbon accounting professionals
Use Estimates Wisely: Enable carbon estimation for planning, but complete full data entry for reporting

Common Use Cases

New Product Development:

Rapidly prototype carbon footprints for new product concepts
Compare multiple design alternatives quickly
Identify high-impact design decisions early in development

Supplier Onboarding:

Generate initial system templates for supplier-provided products
Accelerate the carbon attestation process
Provide suppliers with starting templates to reduce data collection time

Process Optimization:

Model alternative production scenarios
Evaluate low-carbon technology substitutions
Quantify potential emission reductions before implementation

Training and Education:

Create example systems for training purposes
Help new users understand system template structure
Demonstrate carbon accounting principles with realistic examples

Troubleshooting

AI Generation Issues

Problem: AI-generated system doesn't match my process exactly
Solution: This is normal. AI provides a starting point based on your description. Refine the system in Builder Mode to match your specific requirements.

Problem: Checkbox for carbon estimation not appearing
Solution: Ensure you're using the latest version of CarbonSig. Clear your browser cache and refresh the page.

Problem: Estimates not showing in system title
Solution: Verify the checkbox was selected before clicking "Build." If the issue persists, contact support.

Problem: Uploaded documents don't seem to affect the generated system
Solution: Ensure documents are clear, text-based (not images of text), and relevant to the process. PDF and JPEG formats work best.

Getting Help

If you encounter issues or have questions:

Submit Feedback: Use the in-app feedback tool to report issues or suggest improvements
Contact Support: Email support@carbonsig.com for technical assistance
Access Documentation: Visit the Help Center for additional resources and video tutorials

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Last Updated: October 2025
Feature Status: Available to all CarbonSig users

Have Feedback? Let us know how we can improve this feature—your input matters! Contact us at support@carbonsig.com or use the in-app Feedback tool.

Last updated: November 2025