

Decarbonizing construction
The construction industry and the built environment are responsible for nearly 40 percent of global carbon emissions. This needs to change. Solutions including low-carbon materials, circularity and a new approach to waste management can have a major impact. What else is on the horizon? Find out more…
Decarbonizing construction
Is mass timber going mainstream?
Go back a few years and mass timber structures were something of a novelty - proof that an ancient material could be adapted for use in a modern setting. But with the technology now being used in projects as diverse as schools and apartment buildings, is it on the verge of going mainstream?
Decarbonizing construction
Oslo’s renovation revolution
New-build construction projects are becoming a rare thing in the center of the Norwegian capital thanks to a surge in building renovation. So, what’s driving this trend to rehabilitate old buildings – and what are the benefits for Oslo and its people?
Decarbonizing construction
5 ways to achieve real results from your corporate climate plan
It takes more than good intentions to reduce climate impact. At Skanska, we’re pursuing meaningful reductions in our emissions by implementing tangible, best-practice solutions across several key areas. Steve Clem, Senior Vice President of Sustainability at Skanska USA Building, explains how this approach could benefit other companies.
Decarbonizing construction
Cutting the carbon: the future of concrete
Concrete is the backbone of modern construction, shaping everything from bridges to buildings. But as widely used as it is, concrete production also comes with a hefty environmental cost, especially when it comes to CO2 emissions. In our latest podcast, "Getting Carbon Out of Concrete," we talk with industry leaders about the exciting innovations driving us toward a more sustainable future with this essential material.
Decarbonizing construction
On the road to more sustainable asphalt
Well-built roads keep society functioning, allowing us to travel across town – or across the nation. Unfortunately, the construction of asphalt roads has traditionally relied on fossil-fuel products and produced significant carbon emissions. Now, a new approach to producing asphalt is cutting its climate impact.
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