MattersEnvironmentFirst seen Nov 17, 2021

CO₂-mineralized concrete policy

Approved

The policy requires post-industrial CO₂-mineralized concrete, or an equivalent material, on city-led capital projects and qualifying private projects. It is intended to lower the carbon impact of concrete used in construction, starting June 1, 2022.

Where it stands: Policy adopted Nov. 17, 2021; requirements were set to begin June 1, 2022.

Background

Earlier and later steps of the same initiative.

Apr 4, 2022 – Mar 7, 2023
Low-carbon concrete policy
The policy guides the use of lower-carbon concrete on City projects and applicable private projects, with the aim of reducing construction emissions. A 2023 revision responded to concerns that requiring one carbon-mineralization technology left only one local supplier eligible.

Timeline

Every time this matter appeared in council records, newest first.

November 17, 2021· Council
Policy adopted for lower-carbon concrete on qualifying projects
Adopted
Final approval. The bylaw is now in force.

Background

Timeline

Policy adopted for lower-carbon concrete on qualifying projects