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Suffolk’s Steven Burke Attends National Concrete Innovation Summit at White House

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Slice of Construction Team
August 09, 2024

Key Highlights:

  • Steven Burke, Senior Director of Sustainability at Suffolk, attended the Concrete Innovation Summit at the White House.

  • Suffolk recognized as one of the most innovative and sustainable real estate construction enterprises.

  • Burke shared best practices on low-carbon concrete and sustainable building.

  • Suffolk’s projects include the largest Passive House office tower and the largest fossil fuel-free building in New England.

Source (Business Wire)

Notable Quote:

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“Sustainable building will be a major contributor to reducing emissions. Our team of experts has spent years in this space, learning to innovate, build and collect data that can offer our clients cutting edge sustainability solutions for projects in every sector, from residential units to healthcare facilities. We appreciate this opportunity to share our progress and to work closely with other industry leaders to create solutions that will benefit future generations. I want to thank the Biden-Harris Administration for prioritizing this important issue and for welcoming me to this important event.”

Steven Burke, Senior Director of Sustainability at Suffolk

Our Take:

Steven Burke's participation in the Concrete Innovation Summit at the White House underscores Suffolk’s leading role in promoting sustainable building practices. The focus on low-carbon concrete solutions is particularly significant as it aligns with global efforts to reduce emissions in the construction industry. Burke's expertise and Suffolk's track record of innovative projects, such as the largest Passive House office tower and the largest fossil fuel-free building in New England, highlight the company's commitment to sustainability. This summit provided a crucial platform for industry leaders to collaborate on advancing green technologies, and Suffolk's involvement positions them at the forefront of these transformative efforts.