Clay brick has a variety of characteristics that contribute to the sustainability of a building project. We will discuss the methods manufacturers employ to produce brick with minimal environmental impact. In this course, several strategies that incorporate clay brick walls and paving and are applicable to green building rating systems are identified including thermal mass, low emittance, rainwater management and others.

Learning Objectives

1. Identify clay brick manufacturing methods that conserve energy and raw materials.

2. Review clay brick making practices that minimize the effects of operations on quarries and surrounding communities.

3. Discuss the advantages of clay brick in regard to green building performance (i.e. energy efficiency, sound transmission, longevity and security).

4. Recall specific LEED credit categories where clay brick contributes to sustainable strategies.

Course Information

Length : 1 HR

Credits: 1 HSW

Course Number: GGGRN22

Course Delivery: Live

Course Level: Intermediate

If you would like to have this SARA Certified Course presented to your office please contact your local Glen-Gery/Brickworks representative or email us at CEUS@saranational.org

Contact Information:

Glen-Gery

Gia Scassera

Senior Design Studio Manager

Gia.Scassera@glengery.com