How Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs) Are Defining the Future for Climate Resilient Design
Wildfire seasons are longer. Insurance requirements are stricter. Building codes are evolving toward low carbon, high performance energy design. In this landscape, I see a growing responsibility for engineers to lead in safety and in sustainability. At EA Structural Engineering, my focus is to help clients, architects, developers, and builders create durable, fire resilient, energy efficient structures aligned with climate conscious construction goals. Continue reading →
Old is New Again: Pozzolans Lead the Future of Low Carbon Concrete
Concrete is the most widely used building material in the world, and its primary ingredient, cement, is responsible for a significant share of global CO₂ emissions. These emissions arise both from fossil fuel combustion and the chemical release of carbon during limestone calcination. In the pursuit of low carbon concrete, there is ongoing discussion and practice around new and innovative materials to solve this problem. Continue reading →