Climate Action

This seminar examines social agents, cultural practices, greenhouse gas impacts, building resiliency, operational carbon, and intuitional frameworks around designing with the dynamic fire ecologies of Southern California and in response to the urgency of adaptation to increasingly large, frequent, and unprecedented wildfire events. With a primary focus on the Los Angeles city and wilderness interface, this seminar will review history, policies, growth at the exurban periphery, and wildfire risks of this area. Finally, this program will touch on methods of resilient design and their benefits, inventive infrastructure, landscape management and carbon reduction opportunities that can impact this region and others like it.Moderator: Ismar Enriquez, AIA, LFA, LEED AP | Director of Sustainable Housing Design, Steinberg Hart  Speakers: Casey Castor, Assoc. AIA | Building Science Analyst, GGA+ Greg Kochanowski, AIA, ASLA | Partner and Design Principal, GGA+ & Founder, The Wild: A Research LabWhy it's important:This seminar examines social agents, cultural practices, greenhouse gas impacts, building resiliency, operational carbon, and intuitional frameworks around designing with the dynamic fire ecologies of Southern California and in response to the urgency of adaptation to increasingly large, frequent, and unprecedented wildfire events. This program will present the impact wildfire has on vulnerable populations in high risk areas, and how resilient design and resiliency strategies can defend the health, safety and welfare of those populations.https://youtu.be/gX7dWg_vO9g Additional Resources Additional Resources  Full Presentation_Wildfires, Microgrids, Holistic Communities

Some architects are under the impression that the 2030 Commitment is only for large firms and that reporting is too difficult for small to medium-sized firms. To dispel that myth, this program will focus on two modest-sized firms that participate in the 2030 Commitment. Browning-Day is a medium-sized, regional firm in Indianapolis, Indiana. Feldman Architecture is a small firm in San Francisco and one of the 19 firms that achieved a portfolio-wide reduction of 80% in 2022.Join Daniel Overbey, AIA, Director of Sustainability at Browning Day and Ben Welty, Sustainability Manager at Feldman Architecture, as they discuss the AIA 2030 Commitment’s Design Data Exchange (DDx) and outline each firm's lessons learned and best practices for setting project performance targets and subsequent portfolio-wide reporting for the DDx.Moderator: Keith Hempel, FAIA | Principal, Chief Design Officer, LPA Design Studios Speakers: Ben Welty, AIA | Senior Associate, Architect, Sustainability Manager, Feldman Architecture Daniel Overbey, AIA LEED Fellow, WELL AP | Director of Sustainability and Associate Principal at Browning Day; Assistant Professor at Ball State UniversityWhy it's important:The AIA 2030 Commitment is a commitment for firms to reduce energy use and carbon emissions. These reductions help better our environment and the planet, and also help change firm and practice culture to be aware of their impact on the environment and people who live in it. Encouraging small and medium sized firms to sign the commitment can lead to cultural changes and promote the health, safety and welfare of the environment and the public due to carbon reductions through higher performing buildings. .elementor-widget-tabs.elementor-tabs-view-vertical .elementor-tabs-wrapper{width:25%;flex-shrink:0}.elementor-widget-tabs.elementor-tabs-view-vertical .elementor-tab-desktop-title.elementor-active{border-right-style:none}.elementor-widget-tabs.elementor-tabs-view-vertical .elementor-tab-desktop-title.elementor-active:after,.elementor-widget-tabs.elementor-tabs-view-vertical .elementor-tab-desktop-title.elementor-active:before{height:999em;width:0;right:0;border-right-style:solid}.elementor-widget-tabs.elementor-tabs-view-vertical .elementor-tab-desktop-title.elementor-active:before{top:0;transform:translateY(-100%)}.elementor-widget-tabs.elementor-tabs-view-vertical .elementor-tab-desktop-title.elementor-active:after{top:100%}.elementor-widget-tabs.elementor-tabs-view-horizontal .elementor-tab-desktop-title{display:table-cell}.elementor-widget-tabs.elementor-tabs-view-horizontal .elementor-tab-desktop-title.elementor-active{border-bottom-style:none}.elementor-widget-tabs.elementor-tabs-view-horizontal .elementor-tab-desktop-title.elementor-active:after,.elementor-widget-tabs.elementor-tabs-view-horizontal .elementor-tab-desktop-title.elementor-active:before{bottom:0;height:0;width:999em;border-bottom-style:solid}.elementor-widget-tabs.elementor-tabs-view-horizontal .elementor-tab-desktop-title.elementor-active:before{right:100%}.elementor-widget-tabs.elementor-tabs-view-horizontal .elementor-tab-desktop-title.elementor-active:after{left:100%}.elementor-widget-tabs .elementor-tab-content,.elementor-widget-tabs .elementor-tab-title,.elementor-widget-tabs .elementor-tab-title:after,.elementor-widget-tabs .elementor-tab-title:before,.elementor-widget-tabs .elementor-tabs-content-wrapper{border:1px #d5d8dc}.elementor-widget-tabs .elementor-tabs{text-align:left}.elementor-widget-tabs .elementor-tabs-wrapper{overflow:hidden}.elementor-widget-tabs .elementor-tab-title{cursor:pointer;outline:var(--focus-outline,none)}.elementor-widget-tabs .elementor-tab-desktop-title{position:relative;padding:20px 25px;font-weight:700;line-height:1;border:solid transparent}.elementor-widget-tabs .elementor-tab-desktop-title.elementor-active{border-color:#d5d8dc}.elementor-widget-tabs .elementor-tab-desktop-title.elementor-active:after,.elementor-widget-tabs .elementor-tab-desktop-title.elementor-active:before{display:block;content:"";position:absolute}.elementor-widget-tabs .elementor-tab-desktop-title:focus-visible{border:1px solid #000}.elementor-widget-tabs .elementor-tab-mobile-title{padding:10px;cursor:pointer}.elementor-widget-tabs .elementor-tab-content{padding:20px;display:none}@media (max-width:767px){.elementor-tabs .elementor-tab-content,.elementor-tabs .elementor-tab-title{border-style:solid solid none}.elementor-tabs .elementor-tabs-wrapper{display:none}.elementor-tabs .elementor-tabs-content-wrapper{border-bottom-style:solid}.elementor-tabs .elementor-tab-content{padding:10px}}@media (min-width:768px){.elementor-widget-tabs.elementor-tabs-view-vertical .elementor-tabs{display:flex}.elementor-widget-tabs.elementor-tabs-view-vertical .elementor-tabs-wrapper{flex-direction:column}.elementor-widget-tabs.elementor-tabs-view-vertical .elementor-tabs-content-wrapper{flex-grow:1;border-style:solid solid solid none}.elementor-widget-tabs.elementor-tabs-view-horizontal .elementor-tab-content{border-style:none solid solid}.elementor-widget-tabs.elementor-tabs-alignment-center .elementor-tabs-wrapper,.elementor-widget-tabs.elementor-tabs-alignment-end .elementor-tabs-wrapper,.elementor-widget-tabs.elementor-tabs-alignment-stretch .elementor-tabs-wrapper{display:flex}.elementor-widget-tabs.elementor-tabs-alignment-center .elementor-tabs-wrapper{justify-content:center}.elementor-widget-tabs.elementor-tabs-alignment-end .elementor-tabs-wrapper{justify-content:flex-end}.elementor-widget-tabs.elementor-tabs-alignment-stretch.elementor-tabs-view-horizontal .elementor-tab-title{width:100%}.elementor-widget-tabs.elementor-tabs-alignment-stretch.elementor-tabs-view-vertical .elementor-tab-title{height:100%}.elementor-tabs .elementor-tab-mobile-title{display:none}} Additional Resources Additional Resources Learning Objectives + Browning Day Presentation_Medium and Small Firm 2030 Commitment

SCROLL DOWN FOR VIDEO OF SESSION This session qualifies for 1 LU/HSW and 1 hr Zero Net Carbon Design Mandatory Continuing Education. (Live webinar attendees only) The CALGreen Embodied Carbon series is a joint educational program between the SEAOC Sustainable Design Committee and AIA CA. This 4-part webinar series addresses the green building code changes adopted by the California Building Standards Commission (CBSC) on August 2, 2023, focusing on reducing embodied carbon emissions in large-scale building construction projects. Understanding these changes is crucial, as compliance becomes mandatory starting July 1, 2024. Structural engineers and architects play a pivotal role in implementing these requirements effectively, shaping the future of sustainable construction. In this introductory program, experts from the Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) and New Buildings Institute (NBI) will lead the session focusing on the compliance pathways and requirements essential for industry professionals. They will offer a detailed overview of the regulations related to embodied carbon and insights into the future development of California’s state code. The webinar also includes a segment on resources available to assist professionals in adapting to these changes. Participants will develop a clear understanding of the concept of embodied carbon and its impact on climate change. They will also learn about the progression of embodied carbon policies leading to the adoption of state-level codes and gain an in-depth understanding of the 2022 California Green Building Standards Code amendments. Finally, the webinar will provide strategies for effectively adhering to and excelling under these new standards in various projects. Speakers: Amie Lewis | Senior Project Manager in Codes and Policy, New Buildings Institute Anish Tilak | Manager with the Carbon-Free Buildings Program, RMI Viewing this video recording on the AIA CA website or on the AIA CA YouTube channel does not qualify for continuing education or a certificate. If you are interested in obtaining CE or a certificate, please access this recording on-demand through the aecKnowledge website here.   FINAL Presentation_CALGreen Series_Understanding the 2023 Embodied Carbon Amendments AIA CA CALGreen Embodied Carbon Measures Adopted in California AIA CA CALGreen FAQ AIA CALGreen Checklists – embodied carbon measures supplement coming soon! RMI’s Carbon Free Building Program California Energy Codes & Standards – CALGreen Embodied Carbon Factsheet NBI Codes and Policy – Embodied Carbon Local Energy Codes – Code Cycle Resources 2022 CA Green Building Standards Code, Title 24, Part 11 (CALGreen) with July Supplement California Building Standards Commission – CALGreen

SCROLL DOWN FOR VIDEO OF THIS SESSION This session qualifies for 1 LU|HSW and 1 hr Zero Net Carbon Design Mandatory Continuing Education. (Live webinar attendees only) The CALGreen Embodied Carbon series is a joint educational program between the SEAOC Sustainable Design Committee and AIA CA. This 4-part webinar series addresses the green building code changes adopted by the California Building Standards Commission (CBSC) on August 2, 2023, focusing on reducing embodied carbon emissions in large-scale building construction projects. Understanding these changes is crucial, as compliance becomes mandatory starting July 1, 2024. Structural engineers and architects play a pivotal role in implementing these requirements effectively, shaping the future of sustainable construction. This second session will focus on implementation of the Whole Building Life Cycle Assessment (WBLCA) compliance pathway. The presentation will be led by industry experts who will cover basic practices, available tools and resources, and practical considerations for practitioners. Topics will range from an introduction to the fundamentals of WBLCA, essential practices in material quantity takeoffs and application of environmental product declarations, compliance tools and resources, setting an effective baseline, the landscape of common reduction strategies, and practical case study examples. Speakers: Isabelle Hens, LEED AP BD+C, WELL AP, EIT | Environmental Designer, Atelier Ten Laura Karnath, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C | Senior Enclosure Consultant, Walter P Moore Avideh Haghighi, AIA, LFA | Associate Principal, ZGF Luke Lombardi, PE | Senior Sustainability Consultant, Buro Happold                 Viewing this video recording on the AIA CA website or on the AIA CA YouTube channel does not qualify for continuing education or a certificate. If you are interested in obtaining CE or a certificate, please access this recording on-demand through the aecKnowledge website here. Full Presentation_CALGreen Embodied Carbon Series: Whole Building Life Cycle Assessment for Code Compliance Resource Slide with Links

This session qualifies for 1 LU/HSW and 1 hr Zero Net Carbon Design Mandatory Continuing Education. (Live webinar attendees only) The CALGreen Embodied Carbon series is a joint educational program between the SEAOC Sustainable Design Committee and AIA CA. This educational webinar addresses the code changes adopted by the California Building Standards Commission (CBSC) on August 2, 2023, focusing on reducing embodied carbon emissions in large-scale building construction projects. Understanding these changes is crucial, as compliance becomes mandatory starting July 1, 2024. Structural engineers and architects play a pivotal role in implementing these requirements effectively, shaping the future of sustainable construction. This session will focus on implementation of the Prescriptive pathway which relies on Environmental Product Declarations for materials and lowering embodied carbon through material selection and procurement. The presentation will be a roundtable discussion facilitated by industry experts from AIA CA and SEAOC who will be joined by contractors and manufacturers responsible for meeting the prescriptive performance requirements by material. Discussion topics will include collaboration between design and construction teams, supply chain engagement, specifications, and practical examples. Speakers: Avideh Haghighi, AIA, LFA | Associate Principal, ZGF Luke Lombardi, PE | Senior Sustainability Consultant, Buro Happold James Little | Director of Technical Sales, NRMCC Jessie Buckmaster, LFA, LEED AP BD+C | Director of Sustainability, Hathaway Dinwiddie Hafsa Burt, AIA, LEED Fellow, LFA | Founder & Design Director, hb+a Architects Sophie Pennetier | Associate Director Special Projects, enclos and Adjunct Faculty with SCI-Arc Salma Syed, PE | Structural Project Manager, DCI Engineers David P. Wright | Director of Preconstruction, Schuff Steel         Final Presentation_CALGreen Series: Implications of Material Procurement for Design Professionals Resource Slide with links to more information on: Steel, Concrete, Glass and Insulation