CEMEX USA announced today that it is supplying low-carbon concrete, Vertua, and other sustainable mixes for the construction of San Diego State University’s (SDSU) new Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego, California.
Clark Construction Group broke ground on the stadium in August 2020, with Pacific Southwest Structures, Inc. (PSSI) in charge of concrete operations.
PSSI collaborated with CEMEX to develop concrete mixes that would best support the stadium’s engineering, aesthetic, and sustainability requirements, ultimately selecting several solutions that met the company’s Vertua low-carbon concrete standards.
When compared to industry-standard Portland-cement-based concrete, Vertua concrete emits less CO2 while maintaining strength and durability.
CEMEX has supplied the project with over 35,000 cubic yards of low-carbon Vertua concrete and other low-CO2 emission mixes.
“CEMEX is constantly innovating to meet the needs of our customers, developing and delivering sustainable solutions to help them achieve their goals,” said Francisco Rivera, CEMEX USA Regional President—California Region.
“We are proud to contribute to the construction of such a beautiful facility that will be a landmark enjoyed by fans for years to come.”
Snapdragon Stadium is being constructed on the SDSU Mission Valley campus, which is only three trolley stops west of the university’s San Diego campus. The new stadium will be LEED Gold certified.
The facility is part of SDSU Mission Valley’s initial construction phase, which is expected to transform the university and the greater San Diego region by providing a mixed-use and transit-oriented development that will expand the university’s programs and opportunities while also providing retail, housing, and over 80 acres of community parks and open space.
Snapdragon Stadium is set to open in the fall of 2022.
