News - August 2026
- Brian Lemay
- Aug 12
- 3 min read
ConcreteNexus Webinar:
Duracem® N Calcined Clay Blended Cement : Ash Grove’s Next Generation of Enhanced Cementitious Products
Join Ash Grove Cement for an exclusive look at Duracem® N, the company's innovative calcined clay blended cement, and a significant milestone in its commitment to resilient construction. Developed using locally sourced Nebraska clay and designed in collaboration with customers, Duracem® N delivers the performance, reliability, and ease of use that producers and contractors expect. Learn about the development journey, product performance, early project experiences, and what this breakthrough technology means for Ash Grove customers and the markets they serve.
Green Building Initiative (GBI) Webinar:
Responsible Sourcing in Healthcare: Certifications That Support Better Material Decisions
September 9 | 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Eastern
Healthcare projects rely on materials such as steel, concrete, vinyl, wood, natural stone, and ceramics. As organizations seek greater transparency and sustainability in their supply chains,
third-party certification programs can help verify responsible sourcing practices and support informed procurement decisions. Join Green Building Initiative and the Responsible Sourcing Collaborative for a panel discussion featuring representatives from the Vinyl Sustainability Council (VSC), Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI), Concrete Sustainability Council (CSC), American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC), Natural Stone Institute (NSI), and Tile Council of North America (TCNA). Using healthcare project examples, panelists will discuss how leading certification and accreditation programs can support sustainability, resilience, quality assurance, supply chain transparency, and Green Globes certification goals while helping project teams make more responsible material choices.
Visit www.concretenexus.com/education#events for registration details.
Future of Concrete Webinar:
CCMPA x Climate Earth: Canada’s Concrete Masonry EPD Update
September 9, 2026 | 2:00 pm Eastern, 11:00 am Pacific | Register
The Canadian Concrete and Masonry Producers Association (CCMPA) and Climate Earth are coming together to help concrete masonry producers understand Canada’s evolving EPD landscape, including PCR rule changes, 2026 industry-average EPDs, low carbon project specification guidance, and future carbon reporting expectations. Attendees will learn how to understand what PCR changes mean for concrete masonry products, review 2026 industry average EPDs for concrete masonry in Canada, Be introduced to CCMPA's Guide to Low Carbon Project Specifications.
ConcreteNexus Webinar:
Manufacturing Concrete-grade Fly Ash from Landfilled/Impounded Sources
September 15, 2026 | 1:00 - 2:00 pm Eastern | Register
High quality concrete-grade fly ash is becoming more difficult to reliably source due to the retirement of coal fired electric generation units. Fly ash remains an important tool for concrete producers to meet demanding specifications while reducing mix cost and improving sustainability. This presentation describes how Separation Technologies LLC, a Titan America business, is investing in new processing capacity to manufacture concrete-grade fly ash using historic waste coal ash from landfills and impoundments as a feedstock.
CSC Webinar Recording:
CSC Recognized in LEED v5: New Opportunities for Sustainable Construction Materials.
This recorded webinar explores how CSC certification is now formally recognized within LEED v5, creating new pathways for low‑carbon, resilient, and responsibly sourced construction materials to contribute to project goals. Featuring insights from CSC experts Cynthia Imesch and Lionel Lemay, along with sustainability consultant Kristina Wagner, the webinar breaks down what LEED v5 means for concrete producers, designers, and project teams across global markets. Attendees will learn how CSC-certified concrete can strengthen sustainability strategies, support climate‑resilient construction, and align with evolving market expectations.
Upcoming ConcreteNexus Webinars
ConcreteNexus webinars are scheduled through the end of the year, including presentations brought to you by Ash Grove Cement and Heidelberg Materials. You can register for the following presentations free of charge to receive updates as soon as topics, event descriptions, and presenters are announced.
We look forward to seeing you at future ConcreteNexus events!
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