The carbonation of concrete has traditionally been considered undesirable, due to its potential to increase the risk of concrete reinforcement corrosion. These days, the fact that concrete absorbs CO2 from the atmosphere, and thus significantly reduces the whole-life carbon footprint of the structures for which it was used, is key to developing a sustainable construction industry.
Date and Time: 26 September 2023 (3:00pm)
Location: Online
Join the second Community of Practice – Sustainable Concrete meeting, where two industry experts – David McDonald (Vinsi Partners) and Jason Nairn (CCAA) will set the scene for an engaging conversation about carbonisation and its environmental benefits, especially when assessing the lifecycle of concrete.
14 - 15 May 2024 (12:00am - 12:00am)
Conference
Brisbane, Royal International Convention Centre
18 - 19 November 2024 (12:00am - 12:00am)
Conference
Melbourne
