AIA CA Climate Action Webinar Series | Storm Water as a Site Design Element
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Buildings contribute nearly 40% of annual global CO2 emissions currently and about two-thirds of the global building stock will still exist in 2040. If not retrofitted, the existing buildings will continue to generate unsustainable levels of GHG emissions. Thus, this session will showcase how each one of these projects can be an ideal opportunity to […]
There are several analyses on assessing embodied and operational carbon for New Construction, but very little analysis done on Existing Building Renovations. The goal is to calculate the Carbon reduction when upgrading an existing building in comparison to the Carbon impact of a New Construction project. Develop new programs and legislature to incentivize building and […]
February 17, 2022 11:30am-1pm California has been experiencing intensified impact from climate changes to our buildings and communities. This Townhall will gather practicing architects specializing in resilient design and government policy makers to discuss the roles California architects can play in advancing California’s ability to adapt, sustain, and thrive in a changing climate. The discussion […]
When: March 9th, 2022 12-1:30pmUnits: 1.5hrsSpeakers:Lisa Heschong, FIES | Heschong Mahone Group | Santa Cruz, CADescription:Views out of windows have traditionally been considered “nice to have”, but not crucial for human health and well-being. Even windows themselves are sometimes deemed unnecessary. However, evidence is mounting that quality views are essential for not only increased occupant […]