Holcim launches industry-first sustainable construction academy featuring external experts

• Open-access online learning to upskill professionals in the built environment
• Leading Holcim and third-party experts teach a 10-module, online curriculum
• Topics range from upfront and operational emissions, to circular construction and building materials innovation 

Holcim has launched the Holcim Sustainable Construction Academy, an open-access online training program on low-carbon, circular and regenerative design concepts. Developed to upskill professionals in the built environment, it offers online and in-person teaching.

The 10-module curriculum will enable professionals to measure the impact of their projects from an early stage of the design process. Developed by Holcim experts together with professors from University of Cambridge, ETH Zurich, architects and engineers from ARUP, Ramboll, Zaha Hadid Architects, Henning Larsen and more, it focuses on topics including upfront to operational emissions, circular construction and building materials innovation.

Nollaig Forrest, Chief Sustainability Officer, Holcim: "As a leader in sustainable construction, we are launching the Academy to empower built environment professionals. Taught by Holcim specialists and experts from across the building value chain, it provides resources to accelerate the shift to low-carbon, energy-efficient and regenerative buildings and cities."

Kritika Kharbanda, Head of Sustainability, Henning Larsen Architects: "To decarbonize the built environment, we need all stakeholders to embrace and commit to sustainable building practices. To reduce a building’s embodied carbon footprint it is imperative to learn about the latest innovations, adaptability and scalability. The Holcim Sustainable Construction Academy is a great place to start."

Dr. John Orr, Professor of Structural Engineering, University of Cambridge: "This is an exciting new tool to empower professionals in the built environment. I'm proud to have contributed to the program, which has the potential to make a lasting impact on both our industry and planet."

Access the Holcim Sustainable Construction Academy now at holcimacademy.com. In the future, the platform will also be available in German, French and Spanish, while Holcim will hold a series of in-person workshops based on the curriculum.

About Holcim

Holcim is a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions with net sales of CHF 27.0 billion in 2023. Driven by our purpose to build progress for people and the planet, our 63,448 employees are on a mission to decarbonize building, while improving living standards for all. We empower our customers across all regions to build better with less, with a broad range of low-carbon and circular solutions, from ECOPact and ECOPlanet to our circular technology platform ECOCycle®. Through innovative systems, from Elevate roofing to PRB insulation, Holcim makes buildings more sustainable in use, driving energy efficiency and green retrofitting. With sustainability at the core of our strategy, we are on the way to becoming a net-zero company with 1.5°C targets validated by SBTi. 

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