Concrete and Sustainability: Challenges in Structural Engineering

This lecture explores the opportunities and challenges in structural engineering related to concrete and sustainability, covering topics such as reversed cyclic shear, emissions due to construction, and the global demand for net increase in floor area. The instructor discusses the importance of design for longevity, lower-carbon alternatives, and the impact of building design and behavior on energy consumption. Additionally, the lecture delves into the integration of social and environmental perspectives for a sustainable built environment, emphasizing the need for data-driven analysis and modeling to optimize building performance and energy efficiency.