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2nd Edition of the Thematic Week: Circular Economy and Sustainable Construction
April 26 to 29, 2022
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Second edition of the annual themed week on eco-friendly construction
For its second edition, our annual themed week dedicated to eco-friendly construction highlights essential practices for a greener future. In collaboration with Les Elles de la construction and Voir Vert magazine, this event offers an in-depth exploration of circular economy and sustainable construction—key concepts for a more responsible construction industry.
The Circular Economy: A Pillar of Sustainable Construction
The circular economy is at the heart of this edition. This innovative economic model aims to minimize waste by reusing resources throughout their lifecycle. In the construction sector, this involves more efficient material management, reduced carbon footprint, and optimized resource use for sustainable building practices.
This approach helps lower the environmental impact of the construction industry by promoting material recycling and reducing the extraction of new resources. The circular economy is, therefore, an essential solution to today’s environmental challenges.
An Enriching Program of Exclusive Webinars
During this themed week, you will have access to three exclusive webinars on strategic topics related to eco-friendly construction. These sessions will be led by distinguished speakers, experts in their fields, who will share their insights on various subjects, ranging from the circular economy to sustainable construction.
Don't miss this unique opportunity!
Join this week of enriching content and discover how the circular economy and sustainable construction are redefining industry practices. A must-attend event for all construction professionals, environmental experts, and sustainability enthusiasts!
Sign up now for our event and become a driving force for change towards sustainable and circular construction!
April 26 - Webinar: The Role of the Circular Economy in Sustainable Construction
12:00 PM
Virtual
By Hortense Montoux et Annie Levasseur
The Construction Lab, led by CERIEC, aims to demonstrate, through innovative pilot projects co-created with stakeholders, how to integrate and scale circular economy strategies in the construction sector in Quebec. The initiative itself is experimental and has engaged nearly 150 different people in its activities since its inception. It now leads to tangible projects aimed at overcoming the main barriers to the circular economy in the construction sector. The co-creation process and some examples of concrete projects implemented by the Construction Lab will be presented during this webinar.
Pricing
Member
- Webinar: $20
- Week (4 webinars): $45
Non-member
- Webinar : $45
- Week (4 webinars): $90
You will receive an access link the day before the event.
April 27 - Webinar: How to Contribute to Change? The Example of Architecture Sans Frontières Québec
12:00 PM
Virtual
By Caroline Thomasset-Laperrière
To the question, "How to contribute to change?", Architecture Sans Frontières Québec responds with conviction: by implementing a system that allows the reuse of architectural components rather than focusing solely on sorting and recycling construction site waste! We will attempt to explain the current issue of managing construction, renovation, and demolition (CRD) waste in Quebec, backed by statistics, while illustrating how the Matériaux Sans Frontières program aims to encourage stakeholders to change their sourcing and waste management habits on construction sites. The concepts of dismantling and deconstruction will be clarified to highlight the difference from demolition, which is the most commonly used option today. The business model of Matériaux Sans Frontières will be presented to explain how prescribing or executing professionals and beneficiaries can contribute to the collective effort to reduce waste in the construction sector. A Q&A session will be held at the end to foster a rich conversation with participants.
Pricing
Member
- Webinar: $20
- Week (4 webinars): $45
Non-member
- Webinar : $45
- Week (4 webinars): $90
You will receive an access link the day before the event.
April 28 - Webinar: Responsible Sourcing with Bio-based Materials
12:00 PM
Virtual
By Claudiane Ouellet-Plamondon
The most accessible bio-based construction biomaterials are wood, hempcrete, and fiber-based insulations. These materials can enhance aesthetics, quality of life, and comfort. At the same time, certain environmental conditions are crucial to ensuring their durability. It is necessary to develop local supply chains, as transportation of these materials also has an impact. End-of-life management also affects the carbon footprint, which must be considered. Longer service lifespans for these materials thus have a positive impact on the overall usage footprint.
Pricing
Member
- Webinar: $20
- Week (4 webinars): $45
Non-member
- Webinar : $45
- Week (4 webinars): $90
You will receive an access link the day before the event.
April 29 - Webinar: Fonds Écoleader, A Green Financing Avenue
12:00 PM
Virtual
By Laura Melo Amaya & Daphné Mongeau
The agents of the Fonds Écoleader invite you to explore various green financing opportunities. First, examples of inspiring projects related to the goals of the Fonds Écoleader will be presented by Coop Maître d’Œuvre to showcase the range of possibilities available to businesses in the construction sector. You will also receive a detailed presentation of the Fonds Écoleader and Recyc-Québec programs for your eco-responsible projects. Following this, two organizations, PME Montréal and EVOL, will present more general financing programs relevant to entrepreneurs and businesses in the sector
Pricing
Member
- Webinar: $20
- Week (4 webinars): $45
Non-member
- Webinar : $45
- Week (4 webinars): $90
You will receive an access link the day before the event.
Hortense Montoux
Hortense Montoux is in charge of the circular economy acceleration lab for the construction sector at CERIEC (Center for Studies and Intersectoral Research in Circular Economy) at the École de Technologie Supérieure. Holding a B.A. in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics from the University of Kent (UK) and a Master's in Territorial Sustainable Development Policies from the Institut d'Études Politiques de Lille (France), she has been working for over 10 years in supporting the sustainable development of public and private organizations, first in France and then in Quebec. Through her experience in consulting, industry, and community sectors, she has specialized in waste reduction at the source and circular economy. She has helped several businesses and regions design and implement concrete circular economy strategies.
Annie Levasseur
Annie Levasseur is a professor of environmental engineering in the Department of Construction Engineering at the École de Technologie Supérieure and holds the Canada Research Chair on Measuring the Impact of Human Activities on Climate Change. She is also the scientific director of CERIEC, the Center for Intersectoral Studies and Research in Circular Economy. A trained process engineer, she worked for eight years in the petrochemical industry before redirecting her career to academia. In addition to her research on modeling environmental impacts, she teaches life cycle analysis and the integration of environmental and sustainable development aspects into engineering projects.
Caroline Thomasset-Laperrière
Holder of a multidisciplinary graduate degree in Strategic Ecodesign (2020) and a B.Sc. in Architecture (1997), Caroline is well-equipped to support ASFQ in the development of the Matériaux Sans Frontières project, for which she will lead the opening of a large center for reused construction materials. The recent consolidation of her knowledge in ecodesign, management, and sustainable development follows 20 years of professional activities in applied design, including 10 years at the helm of Illuminart, a design and manufacturing studio for lighting, combining art, technology, and the environment. Having spent the previous 10 years designing and creating window displays, cultural exhibitions, and special events in Montreal, she also worked as a consultant for local retailers to enhance the presentation of their products. Caroline is now focused on creating value through sustainable innovation and design thinking, based on the founding principles of the circular economy. She is excited to apply her skills to support ASFQ’s mission and the development of sustainable and inclusive architecture.
Claudiane Ouellet-Plamondon
Claudiane Ouellet-Plamondon is a professor in the Department of Construction Engineering at the École de Technologie Supérieure. She holds the Canada Research Chair on Sustainable Multifunctional Materials within the Circular Economy and Ecological Transition. She conducts research and teaches construction materials and technology management. Her current projects focus on bio-based materials, the scientific evaluation of the use of industrial waste as cement additives and other value-added materials, aerogels, construction robotics, and the environmental impact of buildings and cities.
Laura Melo Amaya
The Fonds Écoleader agent for the Montreal region, Laura Melo Amaya, holds a degree in chemical engineering and a Master's in Circular Economy from the Polytechnique Montreal. She has since worked for over 10 years in project coordination and management, technical consulting, and customer service in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors. Her mission, which she considers her passion, is to contribute to creating a positive impact on people and the environment. Additionally, Laura has actively participated in various community and commercial projects internationally, supporting smart waste management and the potential use of resources to create sustainable projects.
Daphné Mongeau
The Fonds Écoleader agent for the Montreal region, Daphné Mongeau, holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and a Graduate Diploma in Environmental Management and Sustainable Development from the University of Sherbrooke. Her experience with the Canada Climate Reality Project allowed her to raise awareness among various audiences about the impacts and solutions to climate change while becoming familiar with ways to enhance climate ambition within academic institutions. As a Fonds Écoleader agent, Daphné now helps Montreal businesses adopt eco-responsible practices, making it an ideal opportunity to showcase her passion for both business and sustainable development.
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