Join the BE+ Health and Wellness Roundtable, a venue for architects, designers, construction managers, and sustainability professionals to discuss issues related to healthy buildings. Reach out to wellness@builtenvironmentplus.org with any inquiries, questions, or concerns. *Roundtables are FREE for Built Environment Plus Members. Enter your email into the promo code field for 100% off. var […]
Photo by Clark Van Der Beken on Unsplash This course will focus on climate impacts associated with carbon emissions from the built environment. It will emphasize the importance of goal setting and taking actions to manage building-related carbon emissions throughout a building’s life cycle. The course will begin with an exploration of the context of climate emissions […]
Image via Architecture 2030Why are we hosting this event? We want to empower Municipal Leaders and Staff with knowledge on Zero Carbon Buildings, so that they have the context and confidence to make the necessary transition towards our Zero Carbon Future. Back in March, Gov. Baker signed a landmark climate bill, An Act Creating a […]
The Living Building Challenge Materials Petal can be, well, challenging. Tracking all those materials, vetting material and component inputs for Red List chemicals, tracking the locations of product manufacture or assembly, it is a lot. However, there is one part of the Materials petal that does not get as much attention, even though it can […]
*EPMA meetings are being hosted virtually until further notice. EMERGING PROFESSIONALS OF MASSACHUSETTS (EPMA) The EPMA Committee is a great venue for becoming more engaged with the green building community and forming meaningful connections with colleagues across the industry. Our monthly meetings are open to anyone interested in becoming more involved. TYPICAL MEETING AGENDA: The meeting starts with […]
The Emerging Professionals invite you to a book club discussion of the Drawdown Review. Let's gather together to discuss these critical climate solutions and our reactions, feelings, and thoughts. This event will be a chance to chat with friends over a good and important book. The Drawdown Review is the follow up publication to the […]
Build the will around higher education existing building work! Join a presentation and interactive discussion with designer-and-client teams about projects at Boston University and Emerson College. The Little Buildingdesigned by Elkus Manfredi Architectsfor Emerson College Presenters:Ross Cameron RIBAvice president, Elkus Manfredi Architects Margaret Ingsinterim vice president for Government & Community Relations, Emerson College Michelle Lambertfounding principal, Lambert […]
*EPMA meetings are being hosted virtually until further notice. EMERGING PROFESSIONALS OF MASSACHUSETTS (EPMA) The EPMA Committee is a great venue for becoming more engaged with the green building community and forming meaningful connections with colleagues across the industry. Our monthly meetings are open to anyone interested in becoming more involved. TYPICAL MEETING AGENDA: The meeting starts with […]
BE IN THE KNOWPer- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large class of thousands of chemicals that are found in a wide range of building products, including roofing, paints and coatings, sealants, caulks, adhesives, fabrics and more. PFAS provide desirable functions such as weatherproofing, corrosion prevention, lubrication, friction reduction, and grease and water resistance, but […]
Build the will around multifamily existing building work! Join a presentation and interactive discussion with designer-and-client teams about senior living and affordable housing. Mystic Waterworksdesigned by DiMella Shafferfor Somerville Housing Authority Presenters:Brian Langtondirector of Modernization, Somerville Housing Authority Frank Valdez AIAprincipal, DiMella Shaffer -- Arlington Pointdesigned by ICON Architecture Presenters:Bethany Moody AIAproject architect, ICON Architecture Additional presenters […]
Since 2018, Built Environment Plus has directed $1.2M of Workforce Training Funds to the MA green building community, which has provided FREE training for 800+ individuals. This education effort is driving sustainable and regenerative design, construction, and operations of the built environment. Don’t miss out on this opportunity! Come learn why participating in the NEW […]
Build the will around adaptive reuse for commercial workplaces! Join a presentation and interactive discussion with designer-and-client teams about developer-driven workplace projects. Congress Squaredesigned by Arrowstreetfor Related Beal Presenters:Kate Bubriski AIAdirector of Sustainability & Building Performance, Arrowstreet Amy Korte AIApresident, Arrowstreet Additional presenters to be announced. -- Post @ 200 Smithdesigned by CBTfor Anchor Line Partners […]
We will look at carbon from the large scale and in terms of circular economic principles. The Roundtable will kick off with a couple of short (5 minute) presentations on carbon mitigation actions and regulations at the state and city levels, followed by a short overview of how circular economic principles can serve to support […]
Hey you! Yes, you! What’s your sustainability passion? We want to know! Join us for EPMA’s Annual Summer Picnic where we’ll be talking about all things sustainability from professional projects to personal lifestyles and goals! After a long year of virtual events, we are excited to be re-uniting to enjoy some fresh air, green grass, […]
Build the will around adaptive reuse and renovation for K-12 schools! Join a presentation and interactive discussion with designer-and-client teams about making space for these essential learning places. Eliot Innovation Schooldesigned by Finegold Alexander Architectsfor Boston Public Schools Presenters:Rebecca Berry AIAprincipal + president, Finegold Alexander Architects Christopher Lane AIAprincipal, Finegold Alexander Architects Traci Griffith Walkerprincipal, Eliot Innovation […]
Somerville's overlay zoning requirements can be met with Passive House or Zero Carbon. Learn about how it works. The City of Somerville has adopted new requirements for high performance buildings in a number of Zoning Overlay Districts in the City. Passive House certification and ILFI's Zero Carbon certification are two of the key pathways to […]
Join the BE+ Health and Wellness Roundtable, a venue for architects, designers, construction managers, and sustainability professionals to discuss issues related to healthy buildings. Reach out to wellness@builtenvironmentplus.org with any inquiries, questions, or concerns. View the roundtable's webpage Group Leadership: Co-Chair: Lisa Carey-Moore Co-Chair: Connie (Tzou) Wijaranakul Board Liason: Jenn Taranto Board Liason: Heather Henriksen Board Liason: Rebecca Schofield […]
Build the will around adaptive reuse for mission-driven workplaces! Join a presentation and interactive discussion with designer-and-client teams about making existing buildings viable workplaces for innovators looking toward the future. The Swift Factorydesigned by Bruner/Cottfor Community Solutions Presenters:Jason Jewhurst AIApartner + principal, Bruner/Cott Todd McCabeproject executive+ vice president of Project Services, Consigli Additional presenters to be […]
*BE+ Emerging Professional Roundtables (EPMA meetings) are being hosted virtually until further notice. BE+ EMERGING PROFESSIONALS (EP) The EP group is a great venue for becoming more engaged with the green building community and forming meaningful connections with colleagues across the industry. Our monthly meetings are open to anyone interested in becoming more involved. TYPICAL MEETING AGENDA: The […]
The BE+ Women in Green Roundtable is a venue for architects, designers, construction managers, and sustainability professionals to collaborate as Women in the industry. Reach out to womeningreen@builtenvironmentplus.org with any inquiries, questions, or concerns. View the roundtable's webpage Group Leadership: Chair / Moderator: Allison Zuchman, Senior Sustainability Consultant at The Green Engineer Board Liason: Jenn Taranto, […]