Factsheet: resilient construction
Published by Rosalie Starling,
Editor - Hydrocarbon Engineering
World Cement,
In the wake of major disasters such as Hurricane Katrina and Superstorm Sandy, the need for resilient construction, both in the US and worldwide, is becoming more and more apparent. According to the Portland Cement Association (PCA): “Enhancing the resilience of buildings through mandatory requirements that increase robustness, durability, longevity, disaster resistance, and safety should be a priority for every jurisdiction interested in improving community sustainability.”
The following infographic provides information on resilient construction, including facts on concrete, building codes and natural hazard mitigation.
Download the infographic (PDF) »
Written by Rosalie Starling
Read the article online at: https://www.worldcement.com/the-americas/10092014/factsheet-resilient-construction-448/
You might also like
The World Cement Podcast - Understanding AI in Cement
The World Cement Podcast welcomes Scott Ziegler, CEO of CemAI to explore the role of AI in the cement industry, how to keep staff engaged with the transition, and the importance of cybersecurity.
Tune in to the World Cement Podcast on your favourite podcast app today.
