In her keynote speech at the USGBC’s annual conference, the Chicago-based architect shared a framework for articulating big ideas through design.

At the USGBC’s annual conference, the former president shared his thoughts on the most critical issues facing society today and reflected on life since leaving the White House.

The annual list recognizes products that reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions.

The astrophysicist and author’s talk was both humorous and sober, touching on topics as diverse as the Three Little Pigs, the World Trade Center’s Twin Towers, and the earth as seen from space.

Bill Clinton, Mahesh Ramanujam, and Rick Fedrizzi addressed attendees at the international conference and expo.

The new awards program, named for biophilia champion Stephen Kellert, recognizes projects that successfully integrate nature and design.

The firm and its partners aim to make the revamped Precautionary List more widely accessible.

“Designing sustainably and designing resiliently is not just more homework for architects and engineers,” said Bjarke Ingels at the closing plenary of Greenbuild 2016 Friday afternoon.