In recent years, Canadians have seen extreme weather events, like floods and wildland fires, destroy homes, businesses, and critical infrastructure.
Carbonation is a natural process of carbon uptake in concrete estimated to offset up to 43% of calcination emissions during cement production.
By "inhaling" carbon dioxide, concrete can act as a carbon sink through the process of carbon uptake.
Analyses show stakeholders of all levels must get involved in decarbonizing pavements to reach climate goals.
Insurance costs for mass timber buildings are higher than for other building types. Why?
Hurricane-related loss models may undervalue stronger construction by over 80 percent.
Canada’s cement industry has been steadfast in its commitment to tackle climate change and reach net-zero by 2050.
Having in place measures to minimize damages from natural disasters is the essence of resiliency planning.
Concrete - the foundation of civilization is leading us to a sustainable future
There is no silver bullet when getting to carbon-neutral concrete.