Green Building Resources

Concrete Joint Sustainability Initiative

The Concrete Joint Sustainability Initiative is a coalition of industry institutes and associations representing companies who make or maintain concrete structures. We share a goal of educating ourselves, our members, and our customers about the role and responsibilities of concrete in sustainable development.

Sustainability Position Statement

The American Concrete Institute seeks to: 1) support the consideration of economic, social, and environmental balance for sustainability criteria in concrete design, materials, and construction; 2) identify and, as appropriate, remove barriers to the adoption of more sustainable concrete practices, technologies, standards, specifications, etc.; and 3) raise the level of awareness and seek support for increased sustainability practices and designs within the concrete industry and beyond.

Sustainability Resources

	The Sustainable Concrete Guide—Strategies and Examples Published by U.S. Green Concrete Council The first-ever comprehensive resource on concrete and sustainability, this book provides insight on specific strategies for the best use of concrete in high-performance, long-lasting, green buildings. Included are case studies, technical data and references, and numerous practices that can be implemented immediately. Book (printed or PDF): $75.00 each 26 books, case price: $390 CD-ROM: $75.00 each 26 CD-ROMs, case price: $390

	La Guía de Concreto Sostenible—Estrategias y Ejemplos Published by U.S. Green Concrete Council Siendo la primera fuente completa sobre concreto y sostenibilidad, este libro provee un entendimiento profundo sobre estrategias específicas para el mejor uso del concreto en edificaciones verdes de alto desempeño y durables. Incluye casos de estudio, datos y referencias técnicas, así como numerosas prácticas que se pueden implementar de manera inmediata. CD-ROM: $75.00 each 26 CD-ROMs, case price: $390

	The Sustainable Concrete Guide—Applications Published by U.S. Green Concrete Council A companion resource to The Sustainable Concrete Guide—Strategies and Examples, The Sustainable Concrete Guide—Applications provides readers with specific sustainable benefits of concrete’s various applications to assist in selecting/specifying concrete materials and products. Also included are tips and case studies on specifying concrete materials, constructing for sustainability, integrating into sustainable structures, and navigating green codes and standards. Book (printed or PDF): $85.00 each 26 books, case price: $520 CD-ROM: $85.00 each 26 CD-ROMs, case price: $520

Additional Resources

Durability

201.2R-08, "Guide to Durable Concrete"

Pervious Concrete

Recycled Cementitious Materials

Recycled Concrete

Sustainability

SP-269, Concrete: The Sustainable Material Choice

Thermal Mass/Minimizing Energy Use

122R-02, "Guide to Thermal Properties of Concrete and Masonry Systems"

Water Storage Tanks

Continuing Education Resources

ACI offers flexible, online, on-demand eLearning courses to both individuals and corporations (at a discount). Apply earned professional development hours toward maintenance of your AIA, GBCI, or other accreditation. Select eLearning courses include:

ACI Concrete Sustainability Forum

This annual forum focuses on the development of ISO/TC71/SC8 standards and provides attendees with the knowledge and resources to identify opportunities in their careers, ACI committee work, and work with other organizations to reduce environmental impacts and foster a concrete industry focused on sustainability. Sponsored by ISO/TC71/SC8, Environmental Management for Concrete and Concrete Structures, and ACI Committee 130, Sustainability of Concrete.

October 15, 2011 – Cincinnati, OH
October 20, 2012 – Toronto, ON, Canada