Building a Low-Carbon World: Circular Solutions for Key Construction Materials
What’s covered
While the transition to renewable energy and energy efficiency measures can address 55 percent of global GHG emissions, the remaining 45 percent comes from producing the products and materials we use every day. Our built environment—including buildings, roads, bridges, and infrastructure—relies heavily on carbon-intensive materials like steel, concrete, and aluminum. Recent federal legislation has opened the door for decarbonization solutions across these supply chains, but a variety of challenges still prevent large-scale implementation.
In this session, we’ll explore the key strategies to decarbonize and recirculate the foundational materials our built environment depends on. We’ll discuss recent updates on federal legislation and its implications, and identify essential strategies for businesses, investors, and policymakers to support this critical transition.
