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Jul 22
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Embodied Carbon: The First Movers of the...

Trane Technologies
About this episode

The cause of global warming isn’t a mystery: we’ve been reliant on burning fossil fuels for centuries. Our carbon emissions are a big problem, but what if carbon could be part of the solution?

 

There are many solutions that can contribute to reducing our emissions footprint, from the transition to renewable energy, to sustainable consumption, production, and building practices. And for the first movers in the sustainability space, the opportunities for innovation are endless.

 

In this episode, we speak to Cal Krause, Operational Impacts Program Manager at Trane Technologies, and Nollaig Forrest, Chief Marketing and Corporate Affairs Officer at Amrize.


We talk about embodied carbon in the built environment, strategies for reducing scope 1 and 2 emissions, and the next generation technologies that could turn buildings into carbon sinks, batteries, and more!


About Healthy Spaces


Healthy Spaces is a podcast by Trane Technologies where experts and disruptors explore how climate technology and innovation are transforming the spaces where we live, work, learn and play.

 

This season, hosts Dominique Silva and Scott Tew bring a fresh batch of uplifting stories, featuring inspiring people who are overcoming challenges to drive positive change across multiple industries. We’ll discover how technology and AI can drive business growth and help the planet breathe a little bit easier.

 

Links: 

Leading on Embodied Carbon - Blog 

What Is Embodied Carbon? - Video  

Delivering on our Commitment to Low-Carbon Steel - Blog 

Trane Technologies Tackles Embodied Carbon at UNGA Goals House - Video 

How Cal Krause Impacts Sustainability Every Day as an Embodied Carbon Specialist - Blog 

Cal Krause Profile - Trellis 30 Under 30 

 

Trane Technologies Website 

Trane Website 

Healthy Spaces - YouTube 

 

Scott Tew Profile 

Dominique Silva Profile 

Cal Krause Profile 

Nollaig Forrest Profile 

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