Resilient sustainable construction with ICFs is transforming the building industry. In this episode of Bridging the Gap, discover how the concrete industry is exceeding expectations—achieving a 50% reduction in carbon emissions well ahead of the 2030 goal—and how Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs) are setting the new standard for energy efficiency, disaster resilience, and long-term performance.
Todd Weyandt sits down with Frank Gordon, Vice President of Strategic Development at BuildBlock Building Systems and an active member of the Virginia Ready Mixed Concrete Association (VRMCA). Frank shares his deep industry expertise on how resilient sustainable construction with ICFs is not just a trend, but the future of building smarter and stronger.
Key Takeaways-
The vital connection between sustainability and resiliency in modern construction
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How ICFs protect against wildfires, hurricanes, and seismic events
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Real-world case studies of ICF structures enduring catastrophic disasters
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Innovations driving carbon-neutral and low-carbon concrete technologies
🎙 Tune in to learn how ICFs are reshaping resilient sustainable construction and why forward-thinking builders, architects, and developers are adopting this approach.
About Our GuestFrank Gordon is the VP of strategic development at BuildBlock Building Systems and is a member of VRMCA, Virginia Ready Mixed Concrete Association. He is an advocate of sustainable and resilient construction. With over 30 years of industry experience, Frank shares his passion for educating architects, engineers, and developers on the advantages of Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs) and how they are revolutionizing sustainable construction.
Todd Takes Sustainability and resiliency go hand in hand.You really can’t have one without the other. It’s not just about being efficient or green—it’s about building systems that can weather change and still deliver value over time.
Let curiosity lead the way.Staying curious—asking the right questions and digging into the “why” behind customer behavior—can unlock powerful insights. It’s that mindset that turns raw data into real opportunities for growth.
Step back to move forward.True innovation doesn’t always come from adding more—it often comes from pausing and reassessing the process itself. When we zoom out, we can spot friction points, simplify complexity, and unlock smarter, more scalable solutions.
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