TECH BRIEFS
Concrete's Contribution to LEED v5
Discover how concrete plays a pivotal role in achieving the ambitious goals of LEED v5. This ConcreteNexus Tech Brief breaks down the new rating system’s heightened focus on decarbonization, resilience, equity, and responsible resource use—and shows how innovative concrete products, EPD-driven transparency, and responsible sourcing strategies can help project teams earn key credits. Readers will gain practical insights into low‑carbon mix design pathways, procurement expectations, and documentation requirements that position concrete as a high‑impact solution for LEED v5 certification. Join us to understand what’s changing, why it matters, and how producers and designers can stay ahead.
Concrete's Contribution to Envision
Explore how concrete enables infrastructure projects to meet the comprehensive sustainability and resilience objectives of the Envision Framework. This ConcreteNexus Tech Brief explores how Envision, developed by the Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure, evaluates infrastructure performance across its five core categories: Quality of Life, Leadership, Resource Allocation, Natural World, and Climate and Resilience, and highlights how concrete supports achievement across all of them through durability, lifecycle performance, and material efficiency. Building on strategies such as low‑carbon mix optimization, Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), and responsible sourcing through certifications like Concrete Sustainability Council (CSC), the Tech Brief shows how project teams can align material decisions with Envision credit requirements and improve overall project outcomes. Readers will learn how concrete enables measurable progress in decarbonization, transparency, and long‑term resilience—positioning it as a high‑impact solution for achieving Envision verification.
