VALUE -Ready for a Solid Investment
Take it from an expert…
Dr. Jeremy Gregory, MIT Dr. Jeremy Gregory, MIT Research Scientist, MIT Climate & Sustainability Consortium - Engineering Systems Division (and former Executive Director of the Concrete Sustainability Hub), shares his views on what makes concrete a strong investment.
“There’s a lot of opportunities to educate architects and builders about [how] you can efficiently use concrete to lower lifecycle costs.”
-Dr. Jeremy Gregory
(Former Executive Director, Concrete Sustainability Hub)
EASE OF USE - Watch Your Vision Take Shape
LIFECYCLE SAVINGS
Using quality materials during construction means having a structure that lasts longer and reduces overall lifecycle costs.
LOWER GREENHOUSE EMISSIONS
Concrete saves 3-5% in reduced greenhouse gas emissions over the building's life cycle.
MAINTENANCE-FREE DESIGN
Concrete inherently dampens sound, which contributes to a quiet, peaceful living environment - particularly important for residential buildings. Concrete protects from weather and mold which makes for a better breathing environment.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY
Concrete's thermal mass properties save 5-8% in annual energy costs compared to softwood lumber.
RESOURCES THAT LAST
Starting with a strong material like concrete means you can use less - yet get more - helping you save on upfront costs.
Take it from an expert…
Dr. Jeremy Gregory, MIT Research Scientist, MIT Climate & Sustainability Consortium - Engineering Systems Division (and former Executive Director of the Concrete Sustainability Hub), discusses how the versatility of concrete results in a range of performance benefits.
“With a single material, we can accomplish many things: energy efficiency, strength, durability, resilience, and safety.”
-Dr. Jeremy Gregory
(Former Executive Director, Concrete Sustainability Hub)
EASY TO USE – Saves Your Budget
Unlike other materials, concrete is made specifically for each project to meet the demanding needs of the owner, design team and contractor. Concrete can be adapted for many different uses with little effort, so you can quickly change designs without needing new materials.
FLEXIBILITY & VERSATILITY
Buildings can be molded into any shape, size, color and finish you can think of. Concrete conforms to your design-not the other way around. Experience a virtually limitless building material, that can be transformed into some of the most innovative, beautiful designs you'll encounter.
NATURAL COMFORT
Concrete inherently dampens sound, which contributes to a quiet, peaceful living environment - particularly important for residential buildings. Concrete protects from weather and mold which makes for a better breathing environment.