NEU: An ACI Center of Excellence for Carbon Neutral Concrete

From all of us at NEU, may you enjoy a happy thanksgiving with family and friends! #gratitude #thanksgiving #thankful

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NEU is grateful for our member Concrete Masonry & Hardscapes Association. CMHA is the authority for segmental concrete products and systems, which are the best value and preferred choice for resilient pavement, structures, and living spaces. Learn more about their mission: https://ow.ly/VcQa50Ufmia

Civil engineering professor Antonio Nanni took his expertise overseas to the United Nations Climate Change Conference #COP29 in Azerbaijan this week. Representing the University of Miami and the American Concrete Institute, Nanni was a panelist at the GCCA – Global Cement and Concrete Association event, emphasizing the importance of decarbonization in the construction industry. His work highlights the critical role universities play in advancing knowledge and fostering sustainable practices. "Sustainability starts and ends with people and I sincerely hope that students at the U are part of this revolution," said Nanni.

Check out our website today for resources on lowering carbon emissions in concrete! www.neuconcrete.org

NEU is thankful for the support of Breakthrough Energyto help the concrete industry reach carbon neutral goals. Breakthrough Energy’s aim is to inspire the world to develop and scale the critical solutions we need to reach net-zero emissions. Learn more: https://ow.ly/h4ii50U9wW3 #netzeroemissions #carbonneutralconcrete

Join Dean Frank of NEU at COP29 Azerbaijan for “Leveraging US-Developed International Standards for Buildings and Construction to Achieve Clean Energy Goals and a Resilient Future.” Co-hosted by the International Code Council and U.S. Green Building Council. Additional speakers include Teresa Cendrowska, ASTM International; Jim Wolf, ASHRAE; Dr. Oday Hatim Al Buhamad, Gulf Standardization Organization; and Ryan Colker, International Code Council. November 15, 2024, 5:30 AM - 6:30 AM ET. Watch the Live Stream: https://ow.ly/rq7f50U7aJx #AllInAtCOP29

At COP29 Azerbaijan, American Concrete Institute and NEU: An ACI Center of Excellence for Carbon Neutral Concrete, in collaboration with the GCCA – Global Cement and Concrete Association #ConcreteFuture Pavilion, held an event titled "Collaboration and Knowledge: The Key to Concrete Sustainability." Topics include Advancing Sustainability Codes and Standards At ACI, Advancing Reduced-Carbon Concrete Technologies, Conformity Assessment’s Critical Role in Ensuring Structural Integrity, Durability, and Carbon-Reduction Goals, and How Working With Standards Developing Organizations Accelerates Innovation and Adoption of New Ideas. The event concluded with a panel discussion. Please plan to rewatch online using the link on the GCCA website (https://lnkd.in/gnBX6HFG).

NEU welcomes Lyten as a new Affiliate Member! Lyten is a supermaterials application company at the forefront of innovation with the creation of a new class of nanocarbons, known as 3D Graphene. Learn more about Lyten and how they achieve improvements in strength and durability and enable concrete with reduced emissions. https://ow.ly/qJI450U4zF7

NEU recognizes the many sacrifices our veterans have made. We greatly appreciate your service to our country! #thankyouveterans #veteransday