CAGBC

In June 2024, CAGBC hosted the inaugural National Embodied Carbon Summit. Together, 60 professionals from across the building sector identified key gaps and barriers in reducing embodied carbon in buildings and determined possible solutions for the industry.

Representatives from the building sector included: architects, engineers, construction management, sustainability consultants, and building material industry associations, as well as governments, agencies, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and academic institutions. 

The Building Lasting Change™ conference returns to Vancouver June 2025. Join us and experience the business and technical insights needed to accelerate high-value, resilient and zero-carbon buildings. 

The Building Lasting Change™ conference returns to Vancouver June 2025. Join us and experience the business and technical insights needed to accelerate high-value, resilient and zero-carbon buildings. 

The Building Lasting Change™ conference returns to Vancouver June 2025. Join us and experience the business and technical insights needed to accelerate high-value, resilient and zero-carbon buildings. **

Event Highlights

Meeting Canada's climate targets demands a comprehensive approach from all sectors of the national economy. The industrial production of materials used in construction contributes significantly to carbon emissions. Decarbonizing these heavy industries is crucial but requires unique and targeted strategies.

The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) enables organizations to set decarbonization targets in line with the latest climate science. SBTi recently released their Buildings Criteria, with new requirements for validated decarbonization targets and other recommended best practices. The Criteria will apply to nearly all new (or renewed) building sector SBTi commitments as of March 2025.
In this webinar, SBTi will present the biggest changes introduced by the Buildings Criteria. Including:

This webinar is also the first component of CAGBC’s new Zero Carbon Building micro-credential. In order to earn this credit for those pursuing the micro-credential, you must attend the webinar in full and complete the post session online quiz with a passing grade of 80%.

knowledge and tips for preparing industrial and retail properties for the carbon transition. The growth in e-commerce is just one trend that has had significant implications for these occupancy types, which make up a substantial portion of Canada’s total built area and which will have a major impact on Canada’s carbon commitments. Engage with fellow professionals and learn how you can contribute to the carbon transition, from preparing and renovating individual buildings to developing portfolio-level roadmaps.

Join us for this interactive webinar where our experts will share their knowledge and tips for preparing commercial properties for the carbon transition. Commercial buildings play a significant role in meeting Canada’s carbon commitments, showcasing their importance in our efforts. Engage with fellow professionals and learn how you can contribute to the carbon transition, from preparing and renovating individual buildings to developing portfolio-level roadmaps.

Dates: Tuesday July 30, Thursday August 1, Tuesday August 6 and Thursday August 8 2024 9:00am-11:30am PST