TIME: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Session Abstract:
Manufacturers play a pivotal role in creating a carbon-neutral future, and with Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), they can be positioned to meet increasing legislative requirements and sustainability goals for decarbonization in buildings. The 2024 Carbon Coalition Conference founded by KIRKOR Architects & Planners was centered around manufacturers, encouraging industry to evaluate their environmental impact through EPDs. “Know Your Impact” is a summary of the critical examination of the real challenges facing Industry manufacturers explored in detail during the event. The topics included, but were not limited to supply chain issues, costing, and data accuracy. Through the diverse, and unique perspectives from private and public sectors as well as industry manufacturers, holistic strategies for reducing embodied carbon in buildings is possible.
Learning Objectives
- Define an EPD, its importance and the need for its creation
- Identify the opportunities and challenges of EPD / data generation as outlined by industry feedback
- Summarize the opportunities and challenges of decarbonization goals & reporting as outlined by public sector feedback
- Summarize the opportunities and challenges of decarbonization strategies as outlined by private sector feedback
About the Speaker:
Lara Gumushdjian, Director of Sustainability | Architect, KIRKOR Architects & Planners
Lara Gumushdjian joined KIRKOR in 2015, having concluded her Master’s degree from the University of Toronto’s John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape & Design. Her ability to orchestrate large groups on complex programs has helped see the development of KIRKOR’s many successful projects. Her attention to detail and passion for architecture is implemented in her work every day. In addition to independently overseeing projects, she spearheads the creation of standard documents and guidelines. In her recent role as Director of Sustainability, Lara oversees R&D of KIRKOR’s Sustainability Initiatives, with each initiative intended to guide KIRKOR’s work towards innovative climate action.
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