TIME: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Session Abstract:
Most architects know the importance of reducing carbon emissions. What if we're only seeing half the problem or half of the solution? Architects have often focused on the carbon our buildings emit through the fossil fuels used to heat, cool, light, and power our designs, also referred to as Operational Carbon. There is also the Embodied Carbon that is emitted to build, maintain, and remove buildings. Currently, buildings generate almost 28% of annual global emissions of greenhouse gases due to operations and, 11% due to construction. As buildings become more operationally efficient, however, the embodied emissions will become more significant and are anticipated to match, if not exceed, operational emissions in the next 30 years. Furthermore, as the bulk of embodied carbon is emitted during its construction it can be considered upfront carbon, and like upfront costs, its impact is immediate and felt in the short term.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of the session, participants will be able to:
• Describe the importance of Embodied Carbon to sustainable design.
• Assess materials for Embodied Carbon Intensity.
• Recognize architectural design approaches that can reduce Embodied Carbon Intensity.
• Describe how the case study presented provides a lower carbon architectural response.
About the speakers:
Peter Duckworth-Pilkington
Peter has over 25 years of experience gained on projects as diverse as off-grid townhouses to corporate campuses and master planning of entire urban precincts. As project architect or sustainability lead, he has overseen the design of more than 20 LEED-certified schools, community centres, libraries, high-performance sport venues, university buildings, and high-rise mixed-use developments. In an attempt to walk the talk, Peter is a four-season bicycle commuter, and lives in the "green laneway home" he designed for his family. He has also lectured and written widely on the subject of sustainable building
Jeff Mosher, Lic.Tech.OAA, LEED AP BD+C, EDAC, CPHD
Jeff Mosher is a Licensed Technologist, OAA, and a LEED- and EDAC-accredited professional with 15 years of industry experience primarily focused on the design and construction of healthcare facilities. A member of the Canada Green Building Council (Ottawa Chapter) and co-founder of Permaculture Ottawa, Jeff's recent experience with integrated P3 project delivery on some of Ontario's largest healthcare infrastructure projects has given him unique insights into best practices in not just reducing the carbon footprint of our buildings, but in planning for Climate Resiliency to prepare for those changes that may be all but inevitable.
Registration Fee:
Licensed OAA Member: $39 + HST
OAA Interns: $29 + HST
Non-Members: $59 + HST
To register, click here
NOTE:
1. An automatically generated confirmation will be emailed to you (once your registration goes through).
2. Please mark the time and date in your calendar.
3. The OAA will email the Zoom Access Link to you one-day prior.
4. OAA webinars are delivered via Zoom: Please check this Zoom Test Link or speak with your IT Consultant ahead of time, to ensure your device is compatible with Zoom. For technical concerns, please see the Zoom links for Technical Requirements and also their Download Centre.
For more information on the OAA Webinar Series click here.
If you have any questions or concerns, contact
OAA Continuing Education
e: OAAContinuingEducation@oaa.on.ca
t: 416.449.6898 Ext: 232
Attendance Policy: Members are required to attend at least 80% of a webinar in order to qualify for Continuing Education learning hours.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours prior to the webinar in order to receive a refund. Webinar fees are not refunded if the cancellation is received after the deadline or if you are unable to attend.