The seminar will focus on how to specify low carbon concrete, alkali activated cementitious materials and how to design lower carbon structures. It will conclude with an opportunity for delegates to ask the speakers questions.
Programme
14.30 - Registration, tea/coffee
15.00 - Welcome & introduction to concrete technology
15.30 - Specifying low carbon concrete to BS8500
16.50 - Break
17.15 - Alkali activated cementitious materials (AACMs) and how to specify them
17.35 - Industry roadmaps to net zero carbon
18.05 - Lean design to achieve lower carbon structures
19.00 - Finish
Speakers
Jenny Burridge, Head of Structural Engineering, Concrete Centre, part of Mineral Products Association
Jenny is a chartered civil and structural engineer with over 30 years’ experience in the Construction Industry. She currently leads a team of structural engineers advising engineers, architects and contractors on the uses of concrete both technically and practically. Key areas of expertise include the design of reinforced concrete buildings, particularly hospitals, arts centres, educational facilities, hotels and research facilities.
Tony Wilson, Head of Technical Sustainability for GB Materials which is part of the Breedon Group
Tony has over 30 years experience as an operational Technical Manager/Director with a particular specialism in cementitious materials and products. He represents Breedon on many committees with key expertise in concrete, mix design optimisation, sustainability , delivery systems and materials.