Tuesday, October 29th, 2024 | 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Sabbie Miller, Faculty Director, UC Davis Materials Decarbonization and Sustainability Center
Materials like plastics generate high emissions during production due to energy-intensive processes, while others, such as cement and concrete, have high emissions largely due to their massive scale of consumption in construction. This seminar will provide a primer on key drivers for these and other materials, which contribute disproportionately to global emissions. We will explore the specific emission challenges associated with four key materials—cement/concrete, steel, plastics, and bricks—and discuss the unique obstacles and opportunities for decarbonization in each. Attendees will gain insight into technological, policy, and design innovations that can help reduce the carbon footprint of these essential materials.