January 28, 2021 | Virtual Event
The Net Zero Construction Conference brings together the top
leaders in sustainable construction to discuss the trends and
technologies that are paving the way for a net zero future.
What is the Net Zero Construction Conference?
Attend 1 full day of 18+ exceptional industry expert speakers, sessions, and discussions.
Learn from the top leaders in sustainable construction
technologies and trends.
Connect and network with other leading construction
professionals and companies.
Access to all recorded sessions for 30 days after the event so you don’t miss a moment.
2021 EVENT SPONSORS
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SPEAKERS
Help us educate the construction industry on sustainable net zero practices.
Past Speakers
Zoë Kolbuc
Vice President, Partnerships, Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC)
Raquel Casares Villaverde
Solutions Engineer, Procore Technologies
Juan Gonzalez
Manager, Strategic Development & Sustainability, U.S. Concrete, Inc.
Dr. Phil De Luna
Director, Materials for Clean Fuels Challenge Program, National Research Council of Canada
Andrew Fahim
Senior Manager, Research & Development, Giatec Scientific Inc,
Dr. Aali Alizadeh
Co-Founder, President, and CTO, Giatec Scientific Inc
Ben Everswick
Sustainability Coordinator, Kiewit
Dr. Gaurav Sant
Civil, Environmental and Materials Science Professor, UCLA and Founder of CO2Concrete
Stacy Smedley
Director, Sustainability, Skanska USA, Executive Director, Building Transparency
Robert Cumming
Director, Environment, LaFarge Canada (East)
Lionel Lemay
Executive Vice President, Structures and Sustainability, National Ready Mixed Concrete Association
Christie Gamble
Senior Director, Sustainability, CarbonCure Technologies
Let's Chart the Future of Our Industry Together
The construction industry is about to undergo the most significant change and disruption its seen in the last century. With climate change rapidly altering the way we live, governments and interest groups around the world are pushing for new changes across virtually every sector of our lives.
In Construction, we Literally Build the Future
Join us to learn from the top leaders in sustainable construction about the trends and technology that are paving the way for our net zero future.
Companies Leading the Sustainable Charge
Hear from the top companies who are changing the industry!
We are proud to host many innovative companies in our virtual expo hall. Learn what all of these industry leaders have to offer with just a click of your mouse.
Network With the Best
There is no better place to connect and network with other leading construction professionals and companies interested in net zero construction.
Network face to face, 1 on 1 and in group sessions.
Schedule
Below is a recap of 2021. 2022 schedule coming soon.
Thursday, January 28th, 2021
11:30 AM EST
OPENING REMARKS
Dr. Aali Alizadeh
Dr. Alizadeh has over 15 years of experience in the development and commercialization of technologies related to concrete materials. He brings unique expertise on the durability of concrete at the nano-level, particularly when it relates to infrastructure exposed to harsh environmental conditions. Prior to co-founding Giatec in 2010, Dr. Alizadeh co-established Construction Materials Institute at the University of Tehran, which strives to provide knowledge-based services and eficient technologies to the construction industry as well as to equip engineers of the future with superior skills and expertise in concrete durability, performance, and various technologies.
11:35 AM EST
THE DRIVE TO NET ZERO : GOING FROM "TALKING THE TALK" TO "WALKING THE WALK"
Robert Cumming
Join LaFarge Canada’s Director, Environment & Public Affairs, Robert Cumming as he explores how companies
can move from risk management to new business opportunities, the decarbonization of cement and concrete
and commercializing a low carbon concrete line.
12:00 PM EST
CANADA'S NET ZERO OPPORTUNITY
Zoë Kolbuc
Over the last fifteen years, Zoë has worked in public affairs in business, government and academia. As the Vice President of Partnerships, Zoë provides leadership for SDTC’s strategy to develop partnerships across the country that support entrepreneurs developing innovative technologies. Through support and funding SDTC helps companies advance projects at the critical stages of pre-commercial development and demonstration. The projects we fund have the potential to deliver significant environmental and economic benefits through reduced greenhouse gas emissions, clean air, clean water or clean soil. Through partnerships with governments, not-for-profits and private sector organizations across the country, SDTC is always looking for new ways to help clean technology companies thrive in domestic and global markets.
12:30 PM EST
SUSTAINABLE CONSTRUCTION PRACTICES THAT PAY OFF
Ben Everswick
Learn sustainable construction practices that pay off with Kiewit, Sustainability Coordinator, Ben Everswick.
12:50 PM EST
READY MIX PRODUCER PERSPECTIVE TO LOW CARBON CONCRETE
Juan Gonzalez
Juan Gonzalez is Manager of Strategic Development & Sustainability for Central Concrete, Right Away Ready Mix, Polaris Materials, and Westside Construction Materials – 4 business units of U.S. Concrete’s West Region. In Sustainability, Juan is pushing the boundaries of innovation, devising multiple strategies to achieve Zero Waste. These strategies include the use of new wash-out processes, producing concrete blocks with left-over concrete, reusing left-over concrete to produce concrete aggregates, and reusing fresh returned concrete through Same Day Stabilization process. He is also in collaboration with architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants to help project teams meet embodied carbon goals. Prior to being named Manager of Strategic Development & Sustainability, Juan held several key positions: Sustainability Manager for Central Concrete and Right Away Redy Mix, Project Manager for South San Francisco and San Francisco territories, Customer Service, and QA Laboratory Technician.
1:20 PM EST
CHAIR YOGA BREAK
1:30 PM EST
SETTING THE FOUNDATION FOR OUR FUTURE PANEL
Christie Gamble, Stacy Smedley, Dr. Guarav Sant, Dr. Phil De Luna, Andrew Fahim, Dr. Aali Alizadeh
Join leaders from across North America as they discuss sustainable construction practices and technology that are revolutionizing our industry today and tomorrow.
2:45 PM EST
TOP 10 WAYS TO REDUCE CONCRETE'S CARBON FOOTPRINT
Lionel Lemay
Discover the top ten strategies to take advantage of concrete’s benefits while ensuring the lowest possible carbon footprint.
3:05 PM EST
PROCURE & POWER OF PLATFORM
Raquel Casares Villaverde
How increased efficiency can impact your sustainability initiatives.
3:35 PM EST
CLOSING REMARKS
With Dr. Aali Alizadeh
3:38 PM EST
NETWORKING
Ready to meet other construction professionals from around the world who want to embrace sustainable construction practices? This is the place. Join us for 60 minutes of ‘speed networking’. Get matched with a new professional to network with every five minutes!
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