PEO York Chapter - Actionable Strategies for Reducing Emissions in Steel

Thursday, October 3, 2024 @ 6:30 pm

Location: In Person at Courtyard Hotel by Marriot (65 Minthorn Blvd, Markham, ON L3T 7Y9)

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Event Information:

As the construction industry places an increasing emphasis on sustainability, reducing the carbon emissions associated with building materials has become a critical priority. Structural steel is uniquely positioned to balance building embodied carbon requirements with structural flexibility, construction schedule and budgetary requirements. This presentation will underscore the importance of inter-disciplinary collaboration among structural engineers, sustainability experts, and architects to optimize material use, minimize carbon footprint, and achieve sustainability targets.

Attendees will be equipped with actionable strategies into how steel can be effectively leveraged to create structures that are not only innovative but also significantly reduce environmental impact. Key discussion points will include:

• Analyzing the Carbon Footprint: Understanding the sources of upfront carbon emissions in the production and fabrication of structural steel.
• Mitigating Embodied Carbon: Identifying opportunities to reduce embodied carbon in typical building structures through innovative design and material selection.
• Optimizing Structural Design: Techniques for optimizing structural layouts that enhance material efficiency and minimize emissions without compromising performance.
• Material Selection: Strategies for choosing the most appropriate materials based on specific geometric and load-bearing requirements, while maintaining sustainability objectives.
• Balancing Sustainability and Cost: Best practices for specifying sustainable materials that align with budgetary constraints and project timelines.