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BuildingTechTalk – Episode 12 – Q Construction Management

In this episode we sit down with Jason Elvy with Q Construction Management to discuss the new reality for development projects in an environment of long lead times and snarled supply chains.

BuildingTechTalk – Episode 11 – The Future of Carbon Capture Technology

As the world looks to decarbonize, carbon capture technology has typically been seen as only viable on a massive scale. That's where the geniuses at OCCAM's Technologies disagree. They're pursuing small-scale carbon capture units that could be used around the world. We sit down to discuss their progress and what it could mean for the building industry.

BuildingTechTalk – Episode 10 – Development Industry Insight for 2022

As 2021 draws to a close we sit down with Matt Grieve, President of Maggnum Ventures, for an inside look at the challenges the real estate industry is facing heading into 2022, and how construction companies can adapt to meet their needs.

Building TechTalk – Episode 9 – Low Carbon Cement Breakthrough

On the heels of COP26, we sit down with the Stephen Harpur, CEO at Progressive Planet to hear the details about a major milestone in reducing the carbon footprint of the building industry through cement derived from recycled post-consumer glass.

Building TechTalk – Episode 8 – Carbon Economy 101

We're taking a deep dive into the Carbon Economy with Environmental Products Trader Chelsea Erhardt to discover how those in the building industry can benefit from their sustainable building decisions. We're taking a deep dive into the Carbon Economy with Environmental Products Trader Chelsea Erhardt to discover how those in the building industry can benefit from their sustainable building decisions. Conversations topics include carbon credits, circular economy, carbon trading and much more!

Building TechTalk – Episode 7 – Understanding SIPs with IPB Systems

Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) are a superior building system that has been around for several decades, yet widespread adoption remains elusive. We sit down with Terry Moser, Co-Founder of IPB Systems and SIPs building veteran to dispel some SIPs myths and discuss the benefits of building with pre manufactured panels.

Blog

Pioneering Clean and Sustainable Technology in Preparation of a Net Zero Global Economy

Author: Tyra Jarbeau

On the verge of industry transformation, it's imperative that new climate tech and clean tech are both sustainable and economically viable. The link between climate change and capital markets impact every facet of businesses and how they operate– so how do we strategically prepare and align with evolving policy and regulations committed to net-zero?

From Compliance to Competitiveness: How Green Building Solutions can Boost Revenue

Author: Scott Jenkins

The global construction industry is confronting a pressing challenge as it grapples with the dual impacts of climate change and labor shortages. Let's take a look through some of the new regulations and how you can embrace the change and come out on top.

From Shortage to Success – Overcoming the Construction Labour Shortage with Prefab Solutions

Author: Emma Berkhold

The construction industry is facing a significant labour shortage in both the United States and Canada, contributing to a housing shortage in many areas, particularly in urban areas where demand for housing is high and land prices are expensive. Prefab offers a great solution

EPDs 101: What are they and why you should require one

Author: Liana Gilmour

Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) are not just the hot new thing in the construction industry. They’re becoming a critical component and metric for the construction industry. Learn more about EPDs and understand the environmental impact of products throughout their entire life cycle, from raw materials to disposal.

Green Building Codes: How To Comply With Sustainable Building Restrictions

Author: Shil Patel

The building industry is rapidly changing. The shift towards sustainability and energy efficiency best practices means your projects need to be up to code—or you risk being left behind. Learn what you need to know about these changes, where the trends are headed, and how you can prepare for this global industry transformation.

Investing In Indigenous Communities

Author: Tom Jackson

With the volatile markets and supply chain issues for building materials we are spinning deeper and deeper into an affordable housing crisis. It’s time to rely more on sustainable building methods that can provide long term cost savings, resilience and safety.

Community News

ZS2 Technologies receives $2 million from Emissions Reduction Alberta to accelerate the development of carbon-neutral cement

Author: Tyra Jarbeau

ZS2 Technologies has developed proprietary processes and chemistry for a low carbon Made-in-Alberta cement, and carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) technology.

ZS2 Technologies & ROC Modular announce initiative to launch new rapid response modular housing technology for indigenous & northern communities

Author: Emma Berkhold

ZS2 Technologies and ROC Modular offer an industry leading modular housing technology in response to Canada’s housing crisis that will provide increased fire safety, durability and environmental sustainability with the efficiencies and speed of delivery associated with modular construction.

ZS2 Technologies signs MOU with LithiumBank for CO2 capture and sequestration

Author: Emma Berkhold

ZS2 will implement their proprietary Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology at LithiumBank’s Boardwalk Lithium Brine Project. The partnership also includes the extraction of magnesium and calcium from brines at the Boardwalk extraction site to be used in carbon neutral cement building products, manufactured at ZS2’s facility in Calgary, Alta. and includes provisions for rapid scale up and deployment

ZS2 Technologies receives $2.6 million grant to accelerate development of low carbon construction technologies

Author: Matt Stuart

A Calgary company’s efforts to decarbonize the cement industry is accelerating with a significant contribution from Sustainable Development and Technology Canada.

CTO at ZS2 Technologies named Top 40 Under 40

Author: Emma Berkhold

Doug Brown, Chief Technology Officer at ZS2 Technologies, earned a place on Avenue Magazine’s list of Top 40 Under 40 for 2022.

ZS2 Technologies achieves 70% reduction in carbon footprint after full Lifecycle Analysis

Author: Matt Stuart

ZS2 Technologies, Canada’s leading sustainable building materials developer and manufacturer, achieved an Environmental Products Declaration with a 70 per cent reduction in CO2 when compared to traditional construction.