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News From PCA - Updated 10.24.09

Forecast: Delays Hinder Release of Stimulus Funds

Bureaucratic delays in releasing funds coupled with long lags between outlays and construction activity for American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) projects will lead to very little stimulatory impact on cement consumption in 2009, according to the most recent economic forecast from PCA chief economist Ed Sullivan.

Webcast: High Performance Building Requirements for Sustainability

During PCA's webcast on its High Performance Building Requirements for Sustainability Steve Szoke, PCA's director codes and standards, discusses how PCA is leading the way towards new standards in sustainability that promise safer, more secure, and more energy-efficient buildings for future generations.

Formated as amendments to the 2009 International Building Code to facilitate adoption, the requirements go beyond energy performance to address saving taxpayer dollars, safety, property protection, security, aesthetics and community issues.

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Download the High Performance Building Requirements for Sustainability, Version 1.5.

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Las Vegas, Nevada
Exhibits: February 2-5, 2010
Seminars: February 1-5, 2010

Sustainable Manufacturing

There are very few, if any, construction materials that offer concrete's wide range of sustainable and comprehensive environmental benefits, but the industry is not content to simply have a green end product.

View our 2008 Report on Sustainable Manufacturing at www.cement.org

Click here for a printable PDF of our 2008 Report on Sustainable Manufacturing

View PCA's video: "Did You Know?"

Environment and Energy Awards

Each year, the Cement Industry Environment and Energy Awards, are presented by Portland Cement Association (PCA) and Cement Americas magazine. The awards honor individual cement facilities that exemplify the spirit of continuous environmental improvement by going beyond government regulations and local laws to ensure that their processes and policies contributed to making their communities better places to live and work.

The 2009 Environment and Energy Award winners

Recognizing the Three Pillars of Sustainability

Concrete’s versatility and use in many green building applications makes it an excellent material for sustainable designs.

As part of its ongoing commitment to sustainability, PCA's annual Sustainable Leadership Awards honor government leaders who advance sustainable development in their communities through the use of concrete and cement-based products.

Click here see 2008 winners

ConcreteThinker.com

PCA's online resource ConcreteThinker.com provides forward-thinking building and design professionals a unique clearinghouse of case studies, energy models, and other tools to help make sustainable development a reality. A first in the industry, the Web site offers solutions for energy efficiency, disaster resistance, indoor air quality, and more.