You can’t build the future by doing things the same way you did in the past.
So, every day, civil engineers are pushing the boundaries of innovation in design and construction – from lower-carbon materials and renewable energy integration to advanced delivery methods and evolving standards that are redefining what’s possible.
“Future materials and construction methods” is one of seven topical themes shaping the program for ASCE2027: The Infrastructure and Engineering Experience.
ASCE2027 is a first-of-its-kind event bringing together subject-matter experts from all across the infrastructure space, March 1-5, 2027, in Philadelphia.
Registration for ASCE2027 opens this summer. In the meantime, here’s a “Further Reading” list to help you prepare.
Modular construction could ease America’s housing crisis
Modular construction, a building method that leverages factories to build standardized elements that are later assembled on site, could provide the winning combination of speed, quality, and cost savings.
Roman concrete offers lessons in longevity
“You don’t need to be a civil engineer or material scientist to be impressed by walking on the beach and finding these blocks of ancient Roman Harbor that are still close to being intact.”
3D printing emerges as transformative force in specialty construction
For in situ and modular-style construction, 3D printing is faster than traditional methods because of time saved skipping the use of frameworks and molds.
With apologies to that first little pig, building with straw has lots of upside
A new housing development in Ashland, Oregon, called Oceanspray Townhomes, is leveraging straw bale construction to make the residences more eco-friendly and energy efficient.
Study explores new angles of carbon sequestration in cement infrastructure
Researchers employed a novel approach to better estimate carbon uptake in cement-based products, collecting high-resolution data on the geometry of structures, cement composition, and site exposure conditions.
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Feed Your Brain
ASCE2027: The Infrastructure and Engineering Experience is a first-of-its-kind event bringing together subject-matter experts from all across the infrastructure space, March 1-5, 2027, in Philadelphia. So, yes, we know you’re excited about the Philly cheesesteaks, but ASCE2027 also is the perfect place to satisfy your appetite for learning.
Technical deep dives. Infrastructure expertise. Come feast!
Learn more about ASCE2027: The Infrastructure and Engineering Experience.
