University of West Virginia Professor talks about green construction
February 18, 2013
Dr. David B. DeVallance, Assistant Professor at the West Virginia University (WVU), USA, talked about some of WVU’s research initiatives in green construction during FPRDI’s Technology Seminar Forum last 05 February 2013.
DeVallance tackled the development of and prospects for green economy particularly in the American construction sector. He said that ‘green buildings’ or buildings designed and constructed using environment-friendly materials and practices, have the “potential to reduce environmental impacts” since the building sector uses one-third of the world’s energy. In the US, he added, “forest products have been more recently favored as a greener material” for building construction.
Likewise, he talked about WVU’s researches on bioenergy; recycled veneer, plastic and insulating composites; and the bright prospects of green buildings in the US.
Observed Dr. Romulo T. Aggangan, FPRDI’s Director, “Dr. DeVallance’s discussion is very relevant to the Institute’s programs. Aside from sharing about researchable areas that could be explored by the Institute, his lecture opened doors for possible collaboration with WVU, including the opportunity for FPRDI staff to undertake their graduate studies at WVU.”
Seminar guests included former FPRDI Director and DOST Undersecretary Dr. Florentino O. Tesoro, UPLB- College of Forestry and Natural Resources’ Dr. Ramon A. Razal, and DOST Balik Scientist Dr. Catalino Blanche. The event was organized by the Technical Services Division led by Dr. Ma. Cielito G. Siladan of the Technology Delivery and Industry Assistance Section. ### (Apple Jean C. Martin, 07 February 2013)
