Abstract Manager

Canadian Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (CPCI) and Canadian Concrete Pipe & Precast Association (CCPPA) applaud the Canadian government’s November 2022 announcement on Canada’s National Adaptation Strategy: Building Resilient Communities and a Strong Economy. The Adaptation Strategy directly responds to climate change and aims to establish more resilient built infrastructure. Modular (prefabricated) construction presents a host of productivity-enhancing technologies that can enable faster, more resilient construction while minimizing waste with unlimited aesthetic versatility.

This session will explore the environmental and resilient advantages of prefabricated precast concrete and highlight its critical attributes when building in the era of climate change. The session will highlight reductions in construction waste, efficient resource utilization, energy efficiency, reduced carbon footprint, climate resiliency and accelerated construction. Prefabrication is revolutionizing the construction industry by offering resilient and environmental benefits for above and below-ground projects that align with the principles of sustainable development. As the demand for eco-friendly construction practices increases, embracing prefabricated modular construction techniques can help shape a more sustainable future for the construction industry and the planet.