What is this course about?

Concrete is the most commonly used building material in the world. Its central ingredient, portland cement, is a leading source of global industrial emissions, and demand for cement is on track to grow 23 percent by 2050.

This course features a panel of representatives from established and emerging companies who are pioneering carbon conconcapture and utilization (CCU) in the cement and concrete sectors. Panelists discuss the state of the market for carbon-based concrete alternatives, the critical role of public policy, and the technical dimensions of their CCU offerings. 

What will you learn?

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:

• Explain several new technologies that can reduce the carbon impact of concrete
• Describe the state of the market for carbon-based concrete alternatives
• Understand the critical role of public policy in accelerating carbon capture and utilization progress

Who is this course for?

This course is ideal for a range of construction professionals, including: 

• Architects and engineers
• Construction managers and general contractors
• Experienced tradespersons and trade forepersons
• Owner’s representatives
• Project managers and site superintendents
• Estimators and other office personnel
• Students and apprentices in construction fields

What should you expect?

This on-demand course should take approximately 90 minutes to complete. This course is free for students enrolled in GPRO Construction Management. Click through the interactive lessons below to complete this course! 

This course qualifies for 0.5 AIA (LU/HSW) and 0.5 GBCI credits. To receive continuing education units, students must achieve an 80% on the learning comprehension quiz at the end of the course. The quiz can be taken as many times as needed in order to pass.

Meet the instructors

Chris Neidl, Co-Founder, OpenAir Collective

Apoorv Sinha, Founder & CEO, Carbon Upcycling Technologie

Christie Gamble, Director of Sustainability, CarbonCure

Brett Henkel, Co-Founder & VP, Strategic Accounts & Government Affairs, Svante

Rahul Shendure, CEO, CO2Concrete