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Check out this awesome report by some of my favorite PEople, about one of my favorite topics: Sustainability! Perkins Eastman has a wonderful community of environmental stewards and it's amazing to see all of the hard work, measurable impact, and real joy documented in one place! It also doesn't hurt to see 4 projects I've worked on highlighted :) *Bonus points if you can find all the pictures of me (hint: it's more than 2!)

What is Sustainability? It’s doing more with less. It’s being resilient and responsible. It’s enhancing long-term vitality. It’s preparing for the future with both the head and the heart. Sustainability addresses the challenges of the 21st century—changing climate; expanding population; and imperiled natural systems and resources—with wise and farsighted responses. At Stantec, we know taking a sustainable approach isn’t just smart practice, it’s essential for our shared future. We want our clients and communities prepared for the long term—informed and enabled to make smart environmental and social choices. So, we design spaces and places in which our communities thrive. What is sustainability? For us, it’s a commitment to design with the future in mind. What We Do We help clients create a roadmap to a resilient future. We walk the path with them, identifying and capturing opportunities that allow them to realize social, environmental, and economic improvements. From engineering and energy management, to architecture, interior design and urban landscapes, our knowledgeable experts provide clients creative and interdisciplinary approaches to problem-solving that spans buildings, water, power, transportation, landscape, and environmental consulting. We apply science and design to mitigating the interrelated crises of carbon, climate, health, and justice. Elizabeth Tomlinson, PE Paulina Czajkowski Megan Leslie Cyrus Jeejeebhoy,P.Eng,CEM,CMVP Porus Antia Tanya Doran Sergio Sádaba PE, CEng MCIBSE Dave Calder PE, P.Eng Jordan Lanoway Harry Flamm Nick Ebbs, P.Eng. Ghina Annan Saagar Patel PE, LEED AP BDC, WELL AP, CCP Samira Mohazabieh Antonino Lagana Wahib Toulany Michael Banman #Sustainability #Greenbuilding #CarbonReduction #NetZero #ClimateChange

Nine out of ten construction professionals agree that more manufacturers need to provide sustainability performance information about their products 👋 That was one of the outcomes of the latest NBS sustainability survey, in which 568 architects, engineers and others gave their views. One of the key ways of achieving this was to provide Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), with architects and other specifiers finding most useful information about the product stage of its life cycle, when materials are sourced, transported to the factory and made into something 🌲 And almost half of those surveyed said they will only specify or choose a named manufacturer on a project if they have declared better than average sustainability credentials. EPDs have been a major commitment within Ideal Standard’s sustainability agenda, and we’ve published them for more than 5,000 products today, broadening this out across our portfolio even further this year. You can find out more about this in our latest sustainability report, Together for a Better Future, here: https://lnkd.in/eGe9cDQx #Sustainability #TogetherForBetter #EPDs #Architects #Environment 

Nine out of ten construction professionals agree that more manufacturers need to provide sustainability performance information about their products. That was one of the outcomes of the latest NBS sustainability survey, in which 568 architects, engineers and others gave their views. One of the key ways of achieving this was to provide Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), with architects and other specifiers finding the most useful information about the product stage of its life cycle, when materials are sourced, transported to the factory and made into something. And almost half of those surveyed said they would only specify or choose a named manufacturer on a project if they have declared better than average sustainability credentials. EPDs have been a major commitment within Ideal Standard’s sustainability agenda, and we’ve published them for more than 5,000 products today, broadening this out across our portfolio even further this year. You can find out more about this in our latest sustainability report, Together for a Better Future, here: https://lnkd.in/eZ3aqDzQ #Sustainability #TogetherForBetter #EPDs #Architects #Environment 

Paggy Zhu and Andrew Graceffa are my go-to experts on my team when it comes to carbon. Listening to Paggy speak, her passion for the subject is palpable, and I am consistently impressed by their expertise. If you’re interested in learning more about embodied carbon, I highly recommend signing up for this lunch and learn. Take an hour to learn about Embodied Carbon Strategies in Design – A Virtual Course   Event Details:     Date: July 25th, 2024   Time: 12:00 – 1:00 PM EST  Registration: https://lnkd.in/eeWSjEcF    Registration is FREE! Reserve your spot today!    Learning Objectives:  🔹 Understand the definition and importance of embodied carbon.  Survey pathways and scopes of embodied carbon analysis/life-cycle analysis.  🔹 Learn how to address embodied carbon through the design process.  Reference examples of embodied carbon reduction strategies and case studies.  🔹 Understand how embodied carbon is represented in certification schemes. #embodiedcarbon #carbon #socotec #lunchandlearn #register

Come join our upcoming webinar this Thursday: SUSTAINABILITY IN ACTION: LEADING THE WAY TO A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE #design #sustainability #decarbonization #greenbuilding

Hopefully you will be seeing a fair bit about this in your Linkedin feed. Australian Architects Declare is a great movement for real change in the way we build and the impact we as an industry have. A concrete component of that is Product Aware. See below for more. According to the @United Nations, the built environment is responsible for 37% of global emissions. We need to reduce our impact as an industry, and fast.   The materials and products that designers specify have huge potential to move the dial. Yet transparency of information, greenwashing, and difficulties in comparing “apples with apples” makes assessing sustainability overwhelming.   In response, Australian Architects Declare have worked alongside industry to create ProductAware. Its aim is to standardise how we ask questions around product sustainability. Its questions and categories have been extensively peer reviewed. The products in its database clearly list their sustainability metrics. And its free for anybody to use and contribute to!   I encourage all to check it out—especially if you want to make a dent in our industry’s massive emissions.   It’s not the answer to every problem. But it could be a big step forward in elevating sustainability and decarbonisation in the built environment, through the sharing of product sustainability information and broad industry adoption.   Green Building Council of Australia, Australian Institute of Architects, #SustainableBusinessMatters, Living Future Institute of Australia, Suppliers Declare, Materials & Embodied Carbon Leaders’ Alliance, Bates Smart, Cox Architecture, BVN Architecture fitzpatrick+partners

Nine out of ten construction professionals agree that more manufacturers need to provide sustainability performance information about their products. That was one of the outcomes of the latest NBS sustainability survey, in which 568 architects, engineers and others gave their views. One of the key ways of achieving this was to provide Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), with architects and other specifiers finding most useful information about the product stage of its life cycle, when materials are sourced, transported to the factory and made into something. And almost half of those surveyed said they will only specify or choose a named manufacturer on a project if they have declared better than average sustainability credentials. EPDs have been a major commitment within Ideal Standard’s sustainability agenda, and we’ve published them for more than 5,000 products today, broadening this out across our portfolio even further this year. You can find out more about this in our latest sustainability report, Together for a Better Future, here: https://lnkd.in/ew-2G2AW #Sustainability #TogetherForBetter #EPDs #Architects #Environment 

🚀 Elevate Your Projects with EPD Insights! 🌍 In today’s rapidly evolving construction landscape, sustainability is no longer a buzzword—it's a necessity. Architects, builders, and interior designers are turning to Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) to make a real impact. 🌱 But how can you leverage your EPD results effectively? 🔍 Understand Environmental Impact: EPDs provide Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) results, essential for evaluating a product’s environmental footprint. Key LCA metrics include: Acidification of Land and Water: Measure the impact on ecosystems and water bodies. Eutrophication: Assess nutrient levels in water that can cause ecological imbalances. Global Warming Potential (Embodied Carbon): Track carbon emissions throughout the product’s life cycle. Ozone Depletion and Resource Use: Analyze the depletion of the ozone layer and consumption of resources like fossil fuels. 🌟 Why EPDs Matter: Informed Decisions: Choose materials that align with your sustainability goals. Reduce Environmental Footprint: Implement strategies that minimize negative impacts. Green Building Certifications: Enhance your projects' compliance with certifications like LEED and BREEAM. 🔧 Optimize Production: Identify hotspots in your processes and make data-driven improvements for a greener future. Embrace EPDs to transform your approach to sustainable design. Your projects—and the planet—will thank you. 🌿 #Sustainability #EPD #GreenBuilding #Architecture #Construction #InteriorDesign #LifeCycleAssessment #SustainableDesign #EcoFriendly #EnvironmentalImpact

Research I was part of through my role with Innovation North at the Ivey Business School at Western University is now published! In partnership with CSA Group, we engaged with key stakeholders in the built environment sector to identify how we might move from a take-make-waste economy towards a circular economy. We identified that the adaptive reuse of existing buildings, the adaptive design of new buildings, and the reuse of materials are key elements of a circular built environment. A systems approach is necessary for accelerating this transition given the complexity of the sector and the number of actors involved.