Joanna Bonnett

Vice President (Technical Oversight), COWI

Bridge closures for maintenance and renewals can have carbon costs far larger than the materials used in the work.  Innovation can improve the way we carry out renewals and strengthening, and minimise the environmental and economic impacts of bridge management.

Case studies of innovative techniques past and present will illustrate the transformative way we can manage our vital links.

My Speaker Sessions

Wednesday 13 March 2024

16:05

Disruption and Carbon: Drivers to Innovation in Bridge Management?

16:05 - 16:30
  • Bridge closures for maintenance and renewals can have carbon costs far larger than the materials used in the work.
  • Innovation can improve the way we carry out renewals and strengthening, and minimise the environmental and economic impacts of bridge management.
  • Case studies of innovative techniques past and present will illustrate the transformative way we can manage our vital links.