Whether you are focused on Technical Innovation or Market Dynamics, join us in Dallas this March to find your roadmap for the next decade of infrastructure.
Ready-Mix Concrete Carbon Budgeting for Buildings and Infrastructure: A Framework for Actionable Emission Reduction – presented by Corey Zollinger, P.E., the Director of Sustainable Infrastructure Solutions for CEMEX USA, one of the key notes at Cementitious Materials Congres Americas 2026.
As the construction industry accelerates its shift toward decarbonization, carbon budgeting has emerged as a powerful tool for reducing project emissions and meeting climate goals. This session presents a practical, stakeholder-focused framework for integrating ready-mix concrete carbon budgets into the planning, design, and delivery of buildings and infrastructure.
A carbon budget, defined as an emissions ceiling for a project, can serve as a guiding metric from early design through construction. We’ll explore how to establish realistic carbon budgets based on regional material availability, market capabilities, and structural demands. Real-world case studies will illustrate how teams have successfully implemented carbon budgeting using achievable targets, aligned with performance requirements such as exposure classes, strength needs, and construction sequencing.
Special focus will be given to technical levers and how they influence embodied carbon outcomes. Attendees will gain insight into how early engagement across the value chain ensures that sustainability goals translate into real-world results.
Learning Objectives:
- Define carbon budgeting for ready mix concrete and its purpose in sustainable construction.
- Identify technical and market factors that influence carbon targets.
- Understand how carbon budgets are applied from design through construction.
- Explain how collaboration supports effective carbon reduction strategies across the value chain.
About the speaker
Corey Zollinger, P.E. is the Director of Sustainable Infrastructure Solutions for CEMEX USA. He holds both Master and Bachelor’s degrees from Texas A&M in Civil Engineering. He is currently the Promotion Committee Chair for NRMCA, Chairman of the Environmental and Sustainability Committee for the Texas Aggregate and Concrete Association, Executive Committee for the National Concrete Consortium, Board Member for the Texas Concrete Pavement Association as well as the Southwest Concrete Pavement Association, and the Chairman of the Board of Directors for the RCC Pavement Council. While he would prefer to be out riding his bike right now, giving a presentation is ok as well.
3 Days. 2 Landmark Events. 1 Future for the Cement Industry
This March, the eyes of the global cementitious sector will be on Dallas. We are hosting a back-to-back series of congresses designed to solve the industry’s two greatest challenges: Sustainable Technology and Leadership Evolution.
Why choose one when you can lead in both?
Part 1: Cementitious Materials TechTrade Congress Americas (March 11–12)
Focus: Navigating the Net-Zero transition and supply chain dynamics. Hear from: C-Suite leaders and scientists from CRH, Heidelberg Materials, CEMEX, and UT Austin: The “What” and “How” of future materials.
Part 2: Women in Cement & Construction Congress Americas (March 12–13)
Focus: Driving profitability through inclusive leadership and innovation. Hear from: Top female executives from CRH, CIMPOR, EllisDon, and the Concrete Advancement Foundation: The “Who” and “Where” of future leadership
Get the full program event brochure at contact@industrylink.eu. If you want to join our 2026 events as speakers or exhibitors please reach out to Mariana Gheorghe, Program and Marketing Manager at mariana.gheorghe@industrylink.eu. Follow us on our social media channels!
More details about our two events and onine tickets here: https://industrylink.eu/event/women-in-cemco-international-congress-americas-2026/ and https://industrylink.eu/event/cementitious-materials-international-congress-americas-2026/
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Other events in 2026:
ESG and Sustainability International Summit and Industry 5.0 Conference and Exhibition – June 10-11, 2026; Location: Sao Paulo, Brazil
A premier regional platform for industry leaders to discuss sustainability, ESG strategies, and regulatory advancements in cement and construction. This event brings together thought leaders and corporate professionals from around the world to explore the latest trends in sustainable finance, legal frameworks, and industry innovations.
We are also including panel discussions on Industry 5.0 to discuss how AI and Automation and other smart solutions are contributing to the decarbonization of the cement & construction industry.
The event is designed to inspire, educate, and empower corporate attendees to drive sustainable progress and create a positive impact on our planet and society, previous editions were held in Madeira, Portugal and Cairo, Egypt in 2024 and 2025 respectively.
Cementitious Materials International technical and Trade Congress EMEA December 2026, Location TBA
The EMEA edition of the Cementitious Materials International technical and Trade Congress is poised to build om success stories of past events – the first edition was held in Casablanca, Morocco in April 2024 and the second edition was also held in Cairo earlier this year.
This is once again an opportunity to network with your peers and leaders in the industry, gain first-hand insights on regional trends, learn from industry experts about the latest market dynamics, regulatory changes and future outlook of cementitious materials in the region.
See link for the summary of the last edition – Cementitious Materials International TechTrade Congress – EMEA | Cairo, Egypt | June 3-4, 2025 (Overview here)
CarbonZero Alternative Fuels & Raw Materials Global Conference & Exhibition 2026 to include Cementitious Europe – Congress, Date TBA October 2026; Location: Belgium
This premier global platform, CarbonZero brings together senior decision-makers to accelerate the transition to Net Zero in cement and construction. The conference will explore green alternatives—ranging from alternative fuels and raw materials to clinker substitutes-alongside emerging technologies, carbon capture, financing and investment strategies, policy developments, and industry standards. This C-level gathering convenes leaders from cement manufacturing, construction, technology, research, academia, and regulatory institutions—united in shaping actionable and sustainable solutions.
Women In CemCo EMEA TBA
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