The State of Climate Action in The Building Sector: How Architects Can Make a Difference

Course Description: As a significant contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions, the building sector has an immense opportunity to play a role in the efforts to mitigate climate change. This course will give an overview of the global move toward a more sustainable future. We will explore the latest state of knowledge on climate change, the targets, goals, and regulations set to mitigate its worst effects, and what you, as an architect, can do to help. You will also learn about the science behind embodied carbon and why it is important, as well as other tools and resources available to advance the overall sustainability of the built environment.

Internal Course Code: OCCLIM_19

Duration: 1.00 hour(s)

Point of Contact Name: Drew Clausen

Point of Contact Email: Drew.Clausen@owenscorning.com

Architectural Support - Commercial Insulation

Susan Raneri
Northeast U.S.
Drew Clausen
Central / Southeast U.S.
Saboura Rokhsari
West U.S.