Expected increases in public construction activities will pave the way for improved cement consumption in 2010 and beyond, according the most recent economic forecast from the Portland Cement Association (PCA).

The Concrete Joint Sustainability Initiative is an industry coalition dedicated to educating ourselves, our members, and the public about the role and responsibilities of concrete in sustainable development. Learn how concrete’s resilience and versatility align with sustainable values of stewardship and stability. Discover innovations that make concrete a part of the solution, in production, construction, use, and reuse.

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.