While the most urgent challenge now facing the global community is stopping the spread of COVID-19 and mitigating its impacts, the race to fight climate change continues.
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The Rise of Regenerative Design
At first glance, the concept of regenerative design seems simple. When architects ensure that their projects benefit the community and surrounding environment, everybody wins. But putting this into practice can be difficult. “Often in architecture school, you’re trained to just ‘do’ the building, separate from the broader social context,” says Ann Kosmal, FAIA, an architect… Read more »
Read MoreHow Architects Can Improve America’s Infrastructure
Infrastructure is the foundation of our society, and it’s both crumbling and contributing to global warming. In the wake of the election, updating the infrastructure of the United States is crucial for the country and the world. The global built environment is responsible for about 40% of annual carbon-dioxide emissions (CO2). Simultaneously, the American economy… Read more »
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Architecture’s Carbon Problem
Architects create about 40 percent of the world’s carbon dioxide emissions, but they can also help to solve the climate crisis.
Read MoreImproving Racial Equity Through Greener Design
Climate change affects us all, but doesn’t impact us all equally. This article is part of a new series, Building Equity, that explores how architects are working with communities and civic leaders to develop creative, innovative design solutions that fight climate change, systemic racism, and inequities in the built environment. It’s time to show the world… Read more »
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