As concrete and steel rise in price and clients set sustainability goals, PCL is leading the way in low-carbon, high-strength mass timber construction. This week’s Blog looks at some real-world examples of mass timber in action, and the benefits this sustainable building materials bring.
The City of Vancouver has set aggressive environmental goals for its new Fire Hall 17, relying on its high-performance envelope to reduce operational carbon emissions by more than 75 per cent. This week’s Blog take a look at this remarkable facility and at how it was able to meet its ambitious environmental goals.
There is an increasing focus on sustainable development and green building solutions that minimize the impact of the built environment on the planet. This week’s Blog takes a look at PCL Construction’s response to the significant environmental challenges the world is facing.
In this critical decade of climate action, it is clear that all nations must reduce carbon emissions to avoid the worst impacts of climate change. If Canada is to reach its goals, the construction industry must change how buildings are designed, built or renovated, and operated. This week’s Blog takes a look at the findings of a recent Canada Green Building Council report on how to best ready the industry’s professionals to meet the demands of zero carbon building.