# \#cement **URL:** https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/tag/cement/12.md [Latest](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/tags.md) --- ## [Texas Cement Suppliers](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/texas-cement-suppliers/9318)
**Author:** [@yureislysuarez](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/u/yureislysuarez)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2026, 5:23pm UTC](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/texas-cement-suppliers/9318 "2026-04-27T17:23:14Z")
Hello community - My GC and structural designers are telling me that there is a Type 1L supply issue/shortage. Anyone experiencing the same? Thanks, --- ## [CLF Seattle : Low carbon concrete session](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/clf-seattle-low-carbon-concrete-session/9269)
**Author:** [@Yamini\_Bhatt](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/u/Yamini_Bhatt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2026, 9:44pm UTC](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/clf-seattle-low-carbon-concrete-session/9269 "2026-02-13T21:44:31Z")
Hello Seattle CLF Hub members! Please Join us online this 2026-02-18T20:00:00Z (UTC) for a Carbon Leadership Forum– SEA x PDX Hub presentation on “Implementation of low embodied carbon concrete specifications” Meeting … --- ## [Whole Building LCA - Eutrophication & Acidification impacts of CLT and Glulam](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/whole-building-lca-eutrophication-acidification-impacts-of-clt-and-glulam/6411)
**Author:** [@bkarki1](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/u/bkarki1)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2026, 3:48pm UTC](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/whole-building-lca-eutrophication-acidification-impacts-of-clt-and-glulam/6411 "2026-02-11T15:48:17Z")
Asking for insight on eutrophication and acidification impacts of CLT and Glulam when documenting WBLCA for LEED. I am working on a project that is using CLT and Glulam. When comparing proposed wood based building with… --- ## [Type 1L cement - causing higher conductivity?](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/type-1l-cement-causing-higher-conductivity/9124)
**Author:** [@JLee\_SF](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/u/JLee_SF)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2025, 1:27am UTC](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/type-1l-cement-causing-higher-conductivity/9124 "2025-09-05T01:27:08Z")
We had a concrete slab that had some static flooring installed. The install passed as a conductive floor but failed as a dissipative floor. The mix contains type 1L cement and it was discussed that the increased amount o… --- ## [EPDs for masonry mortar/grout?](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/epds-for-masonry-mortar-grout/8752)
**Author:** [@jshiman](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/u/jshiman)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2025, 10:46pm UTC](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/epds-for-masonry-mortar-grout/8752 "2025-04-20T22:46:35Z")
I’m trying to track down some embodied carbon information on grout & mortar for masonry (brick & CMU) applications. I’m not finding anything in any of the usual locations (EC3, CLF baselines, etc) but hoping I’m just not… --- ## [Low Embodied Carbon CMU (North Atlantic Region)](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/low-embodied-carbon-cmu-north-atlantic-region/8804)
**Author:** [@aaron.vaden-youmans](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/u/aaron.vaden-youmans)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2025, 7:10pm UTC](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/low-embodied-carbon-cmu-north-atlantic-region/8804 "2025-04-17T19:10:36Z")
Hello CLF Team - What is the lowest embodied carbon CMU block available in the North Atlantic region with and without a cost premium? This is for a NYC project. Thank you (again), Aaron --- ## [Looking for Local Resources on Low-Carbon Concrete--Minneapolis, MN](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/looking-for-local-resources-on-low-carbon-concrete-minneapolis-mn/8375)
**Author:** [@WBenjamin](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/u/WBenjamin)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2024, 5:43pm UTC](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/looking-for-local-resources-on-low-carbon-concrete-minneapolis-mn/8375 "2024-11-20T17:43:54Z")
Hey All. I am new to the Twin Cities and I am looking to pour some low-carbon concrete piers. Out in Oregon, where I am coming from, some concrete suppliers were swapping out portland cement for L1 cement. Also, not havi… --- ## [\[Live Webinar\] Why Accurate EPD Data Matters to Concrete Producers?](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/live-webinar-why-accurate-epd-data-matters-to-concrete-producers/8364)
**Author:** [@climateearth](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/u/climateearth)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 12, 2024, 4:50pm UTC](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/live-webinar-why-accurate-epd-data-matters-to-concrete-producers/8364 "2024-11-12T16:50:08Z")
Join Climate Earth for an informative webinar that explores the critical importance of accurate Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) in the concrete industry. By the end of this session, you’ll understand how preci… --- ## [What's the best way to show how total EC fluctuates based on each stage of the building lifecycle?](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/whats-the-best-way-to-show-how-total-ec-fluctuates-based-on-each-stage-of-the-building-lifecycle/2362)
**Author:** [@lindseyengh](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/u/lindseyengh)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2024, 11:41am UTC](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/whats-the-best-way-to-show-how-total-ec-fluctuates-based-on-each-stage-of-the-building-lifecycle/2362 "2024-09-04T11:41:01Z")
Hi there: This might be a stretch, but putting it out there anyways! Several of my clients are interested in reducing total EC in a new building, but they get stuck on one aspect of the building LCA - the product side o… --- ## [Low Embodied Carbon CMU (SoCal)](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/low-embodied-carbon-cmu-socal/7818)
**Author:** [@aaron.vaden-youmans](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/u/aaron.vaden-youmans)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2024, 4:05pm UTC](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/low-embodied-carbon-cmu-socal/7818 "2024-08-26T16:05:41Z")
Hello CLF Team - What is the lowest embodied carbon CMU block available in SoCal with and without a cost premium? Thank you, Aaron --- ## [When should you engage your contractor and concrete supplier about low-carbon mix design?](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/when-should-you-engage-your-contractor-and-concrete-supplier-about-low-carbon-mix-design/4109)
**Author:** [@Luke-Lombardi](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/u/Luke-Lombardi)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2024, 5:01pm UTC](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/when-should-you-engage-your-contractor-and-concrete-supplier-about-low-carbon-mix-design/4109 "2024-05-13T17:01:42Z")
Hi CLF Community! Reaching out on behalf of SEAOSC for a project where the Sustainable Design and Concrete Committees are teaming up to collect and share best practices to help engineers initiate the conversation around… --- ## [Calling all buyers and sellers of low-carbon building materials](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/calling-all-buyers-and-sellers-of-low-carbon-building-materials/7626)
**Author:** [@eelsh039](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/u/eelsh039)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2024, 6:41pm UTC](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/calling-all-buyers-and-sellers-of-low-carbon-building-materials/7626 "2024-02-20T18:41:59Z")
Mantle Developments and Infrastructure Canada are collaborating on a study to investigate the use and availability of low-carbon materials in the Canadian construction sector. If you work in concrete, steel, aluminum, or… --- ## [Climate Earth is hiring: Regional Sales Account Managers](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/climate-earth-is-hiring-regional-sales-account-managers/7508)
**Author:** [@climateearth](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/u/climateearth)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2024, 6:30pm UTC](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/climate-earth-is-hiring-regional-sales-account-managers/7508 "2024-01-08T18:30:23Z")
\#wearehiring Do you know the concrete industry? Are you great with developing and maintaining successful and positive customer relationships? Would you like to be a key part of a leader in the global move to sustainab… --- ## [EPD Verification](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/epd-verification/7389)
**Author:** [@Sforson14](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/u/Sforson14)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 21, 2023, 2:38pm UTC](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/epd-verification/7389 "2023-11-21T14:38:17Z")
Hi all, We are excited to announce that ViridisPride, a dedicated advocate for sustainability and environmental responsibility, is open for collaboration on Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Environmental Product Declarat… --- ## [Sourcing Instant, Reliable, Bid-Ready EPDs is Easy with Climate Earth | EPDs Made Easy](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/sourcing-instant-reliable-bid-ready-epds-is-easy-with-climate-earth-epds-made-easy/6969)
**Author:** [@climateearth](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/u/climateearth)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2023, 6:20pm UTC](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/sourcing-instant-reliable-bid-ready-epds-is-easy-with-climate-earth-epds-made-easy/6969 "2023-07-19T18:20:30Z")
Need #EPDs? With the demand for #lowcarbonconcrete increasing, as a result of more and more legislation on federal, state and regional levels being enacted, #concreteproducers can take advantage of tax breaks and the opp… --- ## [Do Concrete Superplasticizers and Additives Reduce GWP?](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/do-concrete-superplasticizers-and-additives-reduce-gwp/6701)
**Author:** [@ForestBorch](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/u/ForestBorch)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 10, 2023, 6:28pm UTC](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/do-concrete-superplasticizers-and-additives-reduce-gwp/6701 "2023-05-10T18:28:49Z")
What are the impacts on GWP of additives and superplasticizers in concrete? Often the construction schedule requires that the structural compressive strengths (i.e., cure time) are not met until later, but early “set ti… --- ## [Low Embodied Carbon Concrete Mix](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/low-embodied-carbon-concrete-mix/6589)
**Author:** [@negin.sharifi](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/u/negin.sharifi)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2023, 3:16am UTC](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/low-embodied-carbon-concrete-mix/6589 "2023-04-11T03:16:50Z")
Hello- Looking for testing data for PLC Type IL, finished slab color, durability. Also would like to know if there is any available data for any alternate aggregate mix that can be used to reduce EC to 40% and more .(%1… --- ## [Any developments in lowering the carbon footprint of UHPC Ultra High Performance Concrete?](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/any-developments-in-lowering-the-carbon-footprint-of-uhpc-ultra-high-performance-concrete/5828)
**Author:** [@kfritsch](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/u/kfritsch)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2023, 8:46pm UTC](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/any-developments-in-lowering-the-carbon-footprint-of-uhpc-ultra-high-performance-concrete/5828 "2023-01-17T20:46:23Z")
Hi All, We are looking at the value of UHPC facade systems vs pre cast and wondering if anyone else is seeing any progress on the embodied carbon side. We looked into this two years ago and found that UHPC had high ceme… --- ## [Optimizing precast concrete for embodied carbon](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/optimizing-precast-concrete-for-embodied-carbon/6202)
**Author:** [@iancho](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/u/iancho)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2022, 2:09am UTC](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/optimizing-precast-concrete-for-embodied-carbon/6202 "2022-12-22T02:09:18Z")
Hello community members - are there resources for how to lower the embodied carbon impact of specifically precast concrete elements? Do EPDs for precast concrete elements exist? Would ready-mix data be representative for… --- ## [What can the Girl Scouts teach us about embodied carbon in concrete?](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/what-can-the-girl-scouts-teach-us-about-embodied-carbon-in-concrete/6104)
**Author:** [@climateearth](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/u/climateearth)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2022, 9:17pm UTC](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/what-can-the-girl-scouts-teach-us-about-embodied-carbon-in-concrete/6104 "2022-11-10T21:17:26Z")
During our time at Greenbuild International Conference and Expo (Nov 1 - 3, 2022), our CEO and Founder, Chris Erickson had the opportunity to hear directly from the Girl Scouts of Troops 1477 & 1952 from Wisconsin Badger… --- ## [LCA in US Virgin Islands/Caribbean Region](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/lca-in-us-virgin-islands-caribbean-region/6034)
**Author:** [@tliebhold](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/u/tliebhold)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 1, 2022, 5:19pm UTC](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/lca-in-us-virgin-islands-caribbean-region/6034 "2022-11-01T17:19:17Z")
One of the projects we are looking at submitting for SE2050 reporting this year is located in the US Virgin Islands. Has anyone had any experience doing LCAs for this locality? We typically use OneClickLCA but there’s … --- ## [Solar reflectance index (SRI) of LC3-based Concrete](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/solar-reflectance-index-sri-of-lc3-based-concrete/5907)
**Author:** [@weblybowles](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/u/weblybowles)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2022, 5:54pm UTC](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/solar-reflectance-index-sri-of-lc3-based-concrete/5907 "2022-09-22T17:54:36Z")
Is there research (active or published) showing the solar reflectance index (SRI) of LC3-based concrete? IgCC requires paving to have an SRI of 29 or less, without addatives. I am looking into this to understand the li… --- ## [What is Causing the Sudden Rise of EPDs?](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/what-is-causing-the-sudden-rise-of-epds/5884)
**Author:** [@climateearth](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/u/climateearth)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2022, 7:13pm UTC](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/what-is-causing-the-sudden-rise-of-epds/5884 "2022-09-16T19:13:29Z")
This informative article in Concrete InFocus by: Chris Erickson, President & Chief Executive Officer, Climate Earth, Inc., Katie Poss, Director Sustainability Initiatives, NRMCA; and Lionel Lemay, Executive Vice Presiden… --- ## [Low Carbon Concrete in Residential Construction - Case Study](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/low-carbon-concrete-in-residential-construction-case-study/5823)
**Author:** [@jordan.palmeri](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/u/jordan.palmeri)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2022, 9:34pm UTC](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/low-carbon-concrete-in-residential-construction-case-study/5823 "2022-09-12T21:34:43Z")
This pilot project demonstrates the use of low carbon concrete mixes in residential foundations and slabs. It was fun to collaborate with a great team of Oregon builders and manufacturers to realize lower embodied carbo… --- ## [Introducing Kepler Carbon ReCapture in the CLF Forum and its participants](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/introducing-kepler-carbon-recapture-in-the-clf-forum-and-its-participants/5667)
**Author:** [@dwikinsonKCR](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/u/dwikinsonKCR)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2022, 6:17pm UTC](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/introducing-kepler-carbon-recapture-in-the-clf-forum-and-its-participants/5667 "2022-08-08T18:17:39Z")
I’m trying to find the best way to utilize the community for my company, Kepler Carbon ReCapture and our carbon removal technology. Using our self-generated emission-free energy, our innovative technology extracts excess… --- ## [Brimstone Energy - 'carbon negative' cement](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/brimstone-energy-carbon-negative-cement/5287)
**Author:** [@JScarr](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/u/JScarr)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 4, 2022, 6:39pm UTC](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/brimstone-energy-carbon-negative-cement/5287 "2022-05-04T18:39:02Z")
Hi all, I recently read an article regarding the capital investment that Brimstone Energy raised to support the development of their ‘carbon negative’ cement. Link to the article: Having a look through the information… --- ## [Reducing Embodied Carbon from Concrete in The Built Environment](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/reducing-embodied-carbon-from-concrete-in-the-built-environment/5151)
**Author:** [@eelsh039](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/u/eelsh039)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2022, 5:35pm UTC](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/reducing-embodied-carbon-from-concrete-in-the-built-environment/5151 "2022-03-31T17:35:18Z")
CLF – Ottawa hub is glad to present you with its second virtual seminar! Join us on April 5th from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM EDT to learn more about innovative ways to reduce embodied carbon in concrete as well as Lafarge’s sol… --- ## [Chris Erickson to speak on Pitfalls and Opportunities for Cement EPD Generation | Wednesday, March 30, 2022](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/chris-erickson-to-speak-on-pitfalls-and-opportunities-for-cement-epd-generation-wednesday-march-30-2022/5139)
**Author:** [@climateearth](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/u/climateearth)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2022, 9:38pm UTC](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/chris-erickson-to-speak-on-pitfalls-and-opportunities-for-cement-epd-generation-wednesday-march-30-2022/5139 "2022-03-28T21:38:01Z")
Register for the 2nd Virtual American Cement Conference 2022 webinar, Wednesday, March 30, 7 am - 2 pm PST, featuring our Founder & CEO, Chris Erickson. Chris will speak at 11:50 am PST on: Pitfalls and Opportunities fo… --- ## [SCMs in the North East- what's available?](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/scms-in-the-north-east-whats-available/5082)
**Author:** [@rjesau](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/u/rjesau)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 24, 2022, 3:44pm UTC](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/scms-in-the-north-east-whats-available/5082 "2022-03-24T15:44:13Z")
Hi everyone, To all the structural engineers practicing in the North East- this question is for you! I’m looking for information on SCMs in the Massachusetts and New York specifically. I’ve heard fly ash is not used mu… --- ## [EPA Factsheet on Cement Carbon Intensity](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/epa-factsheet-on-cement-carbon-intensity/4907)
**Author:** [@mlewis](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/u/mlewis)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2022, 4:49pm UTC](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/t/epa-factsheet-on-cement-carbon-intensity/4907 "2022-03-03T16:49:50Z")
Check out this resource from the EPA on cement carbon intensities! The quartiles show the range in intensity across manufacturers using data (Scope 1 only) reported directly from manufacturers. To me, this highlights the… [Next page](https://community.carbonleadershipforum.org/tag/cement/12.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=cement)