Title:
Impact of CO2 Sequestration on the Embodied Impact of Concrete Masonry Products
Author(s):
Walloch
Publication:
Web Session
Volume:
ws_S24_Walloch.pdf
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Date:
3/23/2024
Abstract:
The design and construction community continues to increase focus on embodied carbon and concrete masonry producers have been working to meet carbon reduction goals. Research has demonstrated that the capability for concrete masonry to sequester carbon after production happens quicker and at a much larger magnitude than previously thought. This is attributed to the higher porosity and unique hollow configuration of dry-cast manufactured concrete masonry units. This session will review the test methods used to quantify the carbon sequestration rate, the results generated to-date, and the impacts on the amount of embodied carbon in concrete masonry assemblies.