Building a sustainable future: Regional approaches to decarbonisation
Key Takeaways from the Townsville Workshop On August 26, 2024, James Cook University in Townsville hosted the Advancing Decarbonisation in Regional Cities workshop, uniting experts from academia, industry, government, and the community. This event, jointly organized by CQUniversity, James Cook University, and the University of Melbourne, focused on practical strategies for achieving net-zero targets in […]
Concrete Decarbonisation Forum: Innovate and Implement – Presentations
The Concrete Decarbonisation Forum, held on June 28, 2024, at the University of New South Wales in Sydney, brought together leading experts, policymakers, and industry innovators to discuss and present groundbreaking strategies for reducing the carbon footprint of the concrete industry (see the whole day’s description through this link). The event featured a series of […]
Concrete Decarbonisation Forum: Innovate and Implement – Round table discussions
Main obstacles preventing the widespread adoption of innovative cement and concrete decarbonisation technologies The roundtable discussions at the Concrete Decarbonisation Forum, held on June 28, 2024, at the University of New South Wales, brought together a diverse group of experts, policymakers, and industry leaders to address the multifaceted challenges in decarbonising the concrete sector (see the […]
Concrete Decarbonisation Forum: Innovate and Implement
The University of New South Wales hosted the Concrete Decarbonisation Forum on June 28, 2024, bringing together experts, policymakers, industry leaders, and innovators to discuss sustainable practices in concrete production. The event aimed to bridge gaps between stakeholders, promoting the development and adoption of low-carbon concrete through insightful presentations, engaging discussions, and networking sessions. Presentations […]
Workshop on Building Blocks for Domestic Carbon Markets through Enhancing Greenhouse-gas Inventory and Reporting Capability
The final day of the Australia Awards Short Course, prominently hosted by the DBI network at the University of Melbourne, emphasised the partnerships between government, university, and industry to advance decarbonisation in the building sector. This event highlighted the collaborative efforts driving forward sustainable practices and renewable energy integration, providing a comprehensive look into transforming […]
Embodied carbon framework for Australia’s built environment – Round table discussions
The afternoon session featured engaging round table discussions that delved deeper into the challenges and opportunities surrounding the reduction of embodied carbon in the construction sector (see the whole day’s description through this link). Attendees, including industry professionals, academics, and government representatives, participated in four focused discussions, each tackling a crucial aspect of the transition […]
Embodied carbon framework for Australia’s built environment – Presentations
Decarbonising the Building Industry Workshop – Morning Session Highlights The Decarbonising the Building Industry (DBI) Network’s workshop on “Embodied Carbon Framework for Australia’s Built Environment” kicked off with a series of insightful presentations from key stakeholders in the industry (see the whole day’s description through this link). The morning session, held on March 22, 2024, […]
Embodied carbon framework for Australia’s built environment
The Decarbonising the Building Industry (DBI) Network recently hosted a workshop on “Embodied Carbon Framework for Australia’s Built Environment” in collaboration with the Australian Sustainable Built Environment Council (ASBEC), Materials and Embodied Carbon Leaders’ Alliance (MECLA), and National Australian Built Environment Rating System (NABERS). The event, held on March 22, 2024, in Melbourne, brought together […]
DBI2024 International Conference
Dear Colleagues and Industry Professionals, We are excited to announce that the Decarbonising Building Industry (DBI) International Conference 2024 is now accepting abstract submissions. This premier event, set to take place on November 18-19 in Melbourne, aims to bring together leading researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to explore innovative strategies for reducing the carbon footprint of […]
Transforming Waste to Resource: A Deep Dive into Sustainable Building Materials
Today, the Decarbonising Building Industry (DBI) network was privileged to host A/Prof Sudharshan N. Raman from Monash University Malaysia, who led an enlightening seminar on the “Feasibility of Coal Bottom Ash as a Supplementary Binding Material in Cement-based Composites.” A/Prof Raman’s research offers groundbreaking insights into repurposing Coal Bottom Ash (CBA), a by-product of coal-fired […]