The advantages of using concrete materials include reduced energy consumption, material and resource optimization, and improved indoor air quality. But what is the difference between cement and concrete? This session clarifies the difference and describes concrete’s aesthetic durability and its relationship to sustainable design.

   Learning objectives:

• Identify concrete advantages for sustainability
• Discuss the different rating systems and determine how they are used as tools for evaluating green performance
• Determine how to optimize the use of materials and resources and reduce energy consumption and waste