As the concrete industry accelerates toward net zero, practical collaboration across the value chain is more critical than ever. This session will outline real-world lessons learned in specifying and delivering low carbon concrete from early design through construction. Heidelberg Materials will unpack how designers, contractors, and suppliers can align at key project stages to meet carbon targets without compromising performance. Drawing from the Guideline for Specifying Low Carbon Ready Mixed Concrete in Canada, the presentation will highlight the role of carbon budgeting and how Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) are evolving to support transparency. Attendees will gain insight into the shifting landscape of cement and cementing materials, and emerging tools that support better decision-making.
Shane Mulligan, P.Eng., LEED Green Associate is the Sustainability Market Manager for Heidelberg Materials, where he is responsible for all aspects of sustainable sales and marketing efforts in North America. This includes working with architects, engineers, and designers towards lower carbon, sustainable solutions in the built environment. He has over 20 years of experience in a variety of civil engineering sectors including the technical promotion of cement and concrete products, structural design of underground infrastructure, waste diversion planning, and stormwater management.
Heidelberg Materials has been a cornerstone of the construction industry for over a century, supplying essential building materials that include cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete. The company is committed to sustainability and transforming their business to meet the global need for resilient infrastructure and buildings. A significant part of this commitment involves promoting sustainable construction practices, providing low-carbon building materials, and advancing the industry with digital solutions designed to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and keep projects on track for both commercial and residential builders. Heidelberg Materials is dedicated to making a positive impact on the communities where it operates and supports various community initiatives and projects, including environmental conservation efforts, educational programs, and infrastructure development.
