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The Edge by Dub Architects

Edmonton, Alberta

Suzanne Stephens

September 9, 2020

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A building in Edmonton, Alberta, emphasizes translucency, linearity, and sustainability.

McDonald’s Flagship by Ross Barney Architects

Lake Buena Vista, Florida

Beth Broome

September 2, 2020

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Proving less is more, Carol Ross Barney's firm aims for net zero with a fast food flagship in Disney World.

Demanding Urgent Climate Action, U.S. Designers Join 'Architects Declare' Movement

May 27, 2020

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A growing roster of U.S. architects have joined an international effort calling for urgent climate action within the design and building sectors.

A five-story condo building in Brooklyn by ZH Architects.

Think Global, Act Local: New York's Carbon Policy

Joann Gonchar, FAIA

May 1, 2020

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Is the Big Apple's Local Law 97 the most ambitious climate legislation for buildings enacted by any city in the world? Some say yes.

Continuing Education: Cities' Carbon Policy

Continuing Education: Cities and Carbon Policy

Katharine Logan

May 1, 2020

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Forward-looking cities lead the way toward a zero-carbon future.

Think Global, Act Local: San Francisco's Carbon Policy

Joann Gonchar, FAIA

May 1, 2020

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Over the past 30 years, the City by the Bay has made impressive progress cleaning up its built environment.

Think Global, Act Local: Vancouver's Carbon Policy

Katharine Logan

May 1, 2020

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Like other places with strong commitments to combating climate change, the Canadian city is targeting citywide carbon neutrality by 2050.

Think Global, Act Local: Stockholm's Carbon Policy

Katharine Logan

May 1, 2020

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Sweden’s capital city has ambitious twin climate goals: fossil-fuel-free operations and net zero greenhouse-gas emissions by 2040. The construction sector is critical to its success.

Think Global, Act Local: Tokyo's Carbon Policy

Mira Locher , FAIA

May 1, 2020

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Architects and clients in Japan's capital are responding to the city’s increased emphasis on energy efficiency through state-of-the-art facilities and innovative building-management schemes.

Rising Seas Threaten Historic Houses

Cornelia Dean

April 7, 2020

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Coastal communities try inventive strategies to save significant structures.

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EVENTS

Industry

9/29/20

Online Conference

Egypt

Contact: Sara Yousef

Alternative & Renewable Energy Quest in Architecture and Urbanism (AREQ) – 3rd Edition

AREQ-2020 online conference intends to highlight the importance of using alternative and renewable energy and its integration in smart city planning and development, as well as the different ways in which energy can be produced without being detrimental to the environment. Read More

Industry

10/7/20 to 10/8/20

University of East London, London, UK

University of East London, London, UK, University Way London E16 2RD

London

United Kingdom

Contact: Sara Yousef

Urban Regeneration and Sustainability Conference

Urban regeneration is discussed thoroughly in this conference, by rendering it as a process and a strategy that aims to transform and renovate areas in hopes of upgrading public housing, public buildings, private buildings, infrastructure, and services. Read More

Industry

11/10/20 to 11/12/20

Xaimen University

Xaimen University Kuala Lumpur Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia

Contact: IEREK

Resilient and Responsible Architecture and Urbanism (RRAU) - Rd Edition

Industry

11/24/20 to 11/26/20

virtual conference

Contact: Ahmed Adel

Green Urbanism (GU) – 4th Edition: The Periphery as a Catalyst for Energy and Skills- Virtual conference

An International Conference from the Comfort of Your Own Home! Obtain an internationally accredited certification of participation which could boost your future academic career opportunities. Read More

Industry

9/8/21 to 9/9/21

Roma Eventi, Pontifical Gregorian University

Piazza della Pilotta, 4

Rome

Italy

Contact: ICSD Secretariat: Gihan Diab, Vladimiro Pelliciardi, Cesare Anselmi

ICSD 2021 : 9th International Conference on Sustainable Development, 8 - 9 September 2021 Rome, Italy

European Center of Sustainable Development in collaboration with Canadian Institute of Technology will organize the 9^th ICSD 2021 International Conference on Sustainable Development, with particular focus on Environmental, Economic and Socio-Cultural Sustainability.

The Fundamentals of Architectural Terra Cotta

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 AIBD P-CE; 0.1 IACET CEU
May qualify for learning hours through most Canadian architectural associations

This program explores the benefits of using terra cotta roof tiles, including its green properties and differentiating qualities from other roofing materials. It also explores the types of terra cotta roof tiles, installation methods, accessories and other terra cotta tile applications such as wall cladding and flooring.

There’s a Glass for That

Credits: 1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 AIBD P-CE; 0.1 IACET CEU
May qualify for learning hours through most Canadian architectural associations

Glass as a material has widespread technological, decorative and practical uses. Its list of properties and capabilities has allowed glass to impact modern architecture in a way that distinguishes it from other building materials, resulting in high-performing facades and unique experiences for its occupants. Glass is the material of choice to enhance spaces where people live, play, learn, work and heal.

Items Tagged with 'sustainable architecture'

ARTICLES

The Edge by Dub Architects

McDonald’s Flagship by Ross Barney Architects

Demanding Urgent Climate Action, U.S. Designers Join 'Architects Declare' Movement

Think Global, Act Local: New York's Carbon Policy

Continuing Education: Cities and Carbon Policy

Think Global, Act Local: San Francisco's Carbon Policy

Think Global, Act Local: Vancouver's Carbon Policy

Think Global, Act Local: Stockholm's Carbon Policy

Think Global, Act Local: Tokyo's Carbon Policy

Rising Seas Threaten Historic Houses

EVENTS

Industry

Alternative & Renewable Energy Quest in Architecture and Urbanism (AREQ) – 3rd Edition

Industry

Urban Regeneration and Sustainability Conference

Industry

Resilient and Responsible Architecture and Urbanism (RRAU) - Rd Edition

Industry

Green Urbanism (GU) – 4th Edition: The Periphery as a Catalyst for Energy and Skills- Virtual conference

Industry

ICSD 2021 : 9th International Conference on Sustainable Development, 8 - 9 September 2021 Rome, Italy

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