The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is a nonprofit that supports the development of prosperous, healthy and resilient communities through the transformation of the built environment. Our mission is to transform buildings and communities to advance human and environmental wellbeing.
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Historic preservation and sustainability are not mutually exclusive. They are actually two sides of the same coin: both involve buildings and both are about our collective future. Such historic buildings are also created by people in a specific place in time and are subject to the cultural prejudices of race and gender. These buildings are the Tangible Remnants of people who shaped the world and can serve as temporal touchpoints for future generations. Join sustainable preservation architect ...
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A podcast by Glasgow City Heritage Trust which focuses on the relationships, stories and shared memories that exist between Glasgow’s historic buildings and the city's communities. Presented by Glasgow City Heritage Trust’s Director Niall Murphy and journalist Fay Young, this series features guests discussing with Niall and Fay a specific area, type of building or aspect of Glasgow’s heritage, not only from a historical and architectural point of view, but also from the perspective of the co ...
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THE CULTURE COUNTER - Introducing you to some of the most interesting conversations and debates we have about the arts, from our region and beyond, right here from the heart of The Arts Club Dubai. The first international outpost of the historic London private members’ club, The Arts Club Dubai is located in DIFC’s ICD Brookfield Place. The Arts Club was founded in London in 1863 by men of vision, to be a haven for a community of people all connected by their love for the Arts. It has evolve ...
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Hidden Stories of Glasgow Central Station with Jackie Ogilvie
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How often do you rush through Glasgow Central Station without a second glance? Never again! Join us on a live, on-location tour with guide Jackie Ogilvie. Discover the station's fascinating history, hidden architectural details and a behind-the-scenes look at the successful Glasgow Central Station tours. Plus, learn about Jackie's exciting museum p…
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If Glasgow's Walls Could Talk Series 3 teaser
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Get Ready to Hear Glasgow's Secrets! Series 3 of If Glasgow's Walls Could Talk Arrives 27th June! We're thrilled to announce the return of If Glasgow's Walls Could Talk for a brand new series, premiering on 27th June, 2024. This series digs deeper, unearthing the wealth of human history built into the city, often giving voice to people whose story …
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The Culture Dispatch: The Root Resurgence
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In recent years, there has been a notable resurgence of interest in plant-based remedies and traditional herbal medicine practices, driven in part by a societal shift towards holistic wellness intersecting with traditional knowledge and scientific advancements in the sector. But how can we navigate the integration of traditional plant-based medicin…
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Gold stands as a cornerstone in the annals of currency, trade, and investment. Tracing its rich history unveils tales of civilizations, conquests, and economic transformations, showcasing its profound influence on human affairs. Today, amidst the complexities of modern finance, gold retains its allure as a strategic asset, sought after for its stab…
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An expert involved in the evolution of LEED, Sarah Gudeman speaks in this podcast about how LEED for Operations and Maintenance will help work toward multiple goals under LEED v5.By U.S. Green Building Council
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Institutional Stewardship with Regan Shields Ives & Rebecca Berry
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In this weeks episode I talk with Regan Shields Ives and Rebecca Berry of Finegold Alexander Architects about some of the interesting institutional projects they’re working on. It was fun to chat with them to learn more about what got them to the profession and to hear their experiences of working with existing buildings. We talk about helping clie…
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In USGBC’s “Executive’s Corner” podcast series, we speak with a variety of industry leaders about their experience and insights. Here, we converse with Paola Moschini who has helped build international interest in LEED.By U.S. Green Building Council
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This week's episode features an insightful conversation with Jacqui Hogans. I learned a number of interesting things throughout this episode. Things I'd never thought of - like how salty is fog. And how does that salt impact building materials. This conversation was a good time and helped me understand more about the policy and façade inspections i…
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In USGBC’s “Executive’s Corner” podcast series, we speak with a variety of industry leaders about their experience and insights. Here, we converse with Gerrit Reinders, a buildings and energy veteran, who shares insights on reducing hotels' carbon footprints while improving operating costs.By U.S. Green Building Council
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This episode features fun conversation with Cory Rouillard of Henson Architecture. Much of her work has been in Demystifying how to work with historic buildings. More recently she’s been studying physical climate adaptations and how various cultures have been able to design for climate and stay comfortable around the world. We jump right in because…
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Blending Your Passions with Tiffany James
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This episode features a conversation with a friend and former mentee, Tiffany James. She shares more of her story with me and discusses her journey from UVA to Baltimore, her work in the nonprofit sector, and her passion for writing. She shares her excitement for writing a novel that incorporates architectural elements and explores the impact of th…
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USGBC+ April 2024: Green outreach at historically Black colleges and universities advances equity goals
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In this USGBC+ article by Rebecca Emanuelsen, programs at HBCUs seek to bring more students into green careers and increase diversity in the industry.By U.S. Green Building Council
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This episode features a fun conversation with Melvalean McLemore. As you'll hear, we are at a similar point in our careers and I was so excited to be talking with her since she's one of the Black women architects I didn't know well before this episode. We shout out a number of black women architects and designers that have influenced our careers as…
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Q&A: Hilari Varnadore, Vice President, LEED for Cities
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Learn how LEED for Cities differs from LEED for buildings and the many ways it contributes to the transformation of jurisdictions around the world.By U.S. Green Building Council
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Q&A: Leslie Ethen, sustainability manager for the City of Tucson
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In this podcast, learn how a team in the American Southwest is coordinating the development of building codes to counter climate change and support resilience and equity.By U.S. Green Building Council
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Q&A with Sarah Zaleski: Growing the green workforce
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USGBC’s new chief products officer talks about priorities in workforce development, for the industry and for the organization.By U.S. Green Building Council
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Echoes of history: Nzilani Stained Glass with Ariana Makau
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This week's episode features a insightful conversation with the trailblazing Ariana Makau. She shares her journey into the field of stained glass conservation and the challenges she faces as a Black woman in a predominantly white industry. She discusses the importance of honoring heritage and the founding of her own company, Nzilani Glass Conservat…
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USGBC+ March 2024: Designing a more resilient Houston
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In this USGBC+ article, LEED Fellow Rives Taylor delves into the complexities of mitigating climate change in southeast Texas.By U.S. Green Building Council
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USGBC congratulates Adrianne Todman on her appointment to the role of acting secretary at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). At USGBC Live in 2022, USGBC’s federal legislative director, Ben Evans, welcomed Todman, then deputy secretary of HUD, to the stage. We were honored to host Todman as she delivered keynote remarks at …
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In USGBC’s “Executive’s Corner” podcast series, we speak with a variety of industry leaders about their experience and insights. Here, we converse with Sandra Leibowitz, LEED AP BD+C, founder, owner and managing principal of Sustainable Design Consulting, LLC.By U.S. Green Building Council
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This episode features a conversation between Nakita and Lauren McHale, President and CEO of the L'Enfant Trust. They talk about the organization's work in historic preservation and affordable housing in Washington, DC and delve into preservation easements, the redevelopment of the Big Green property in Anacostia, and the importance of community eng…
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This week's episode features a fun conversation with the very energetic Jordan Taylor. This episode left me fired up about solar and excited about the future. Jordan definitely is a reminder of how important it is to follow your interests because they can lead you to your life's work. By the end of this episode you may pick up some new lingo #banan…
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Ahead of Art Dubai, Amelie von Wedel and Pernilla Holmes, Founder and Director of Wedel Art, art advisory firm and curators for The Arts Club London and Dubai, lead a discussion on the most interesting works capturing the attention of the art world now. They will also share some tips & tricks on art collecting, alongside their unique insights into …
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This solo episode focuses on the various financial tools available to finance the renovation of a historic building. Specifically: Grants and bond bills, Tax Credits (HTC, NMTC, LIHTC) and Rebates or incentives (DSIRE & Inflation Reduction Act) I'll cover a high-level view of various financing products and have included some great resources below i…
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USGBC+ Feb. 2024: How Canada is decarbonizing through retrofits with IREE certification
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In this USGBC+ article by Sumner Byrne, an example in Canada demonstrates how strategic policy and program design, coupled with timely funding, can spur retrofitting at scale.By U.S. Green Building Council
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This episode features a conversation between Nakita and Ganesh Nayak on the intersection of sustainability and accessibility in the built environment. Ganesh shares his journey from being an architect to starting his own consultancy focused on sustainability and accessibility. They discuss the challenges of retrofitting historic buildings and the n…
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Cross Border Audiophiles: A Conversation with Dustee Jenkins
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A conversation with Dustee Jenkins, Chief Public Affairs Officer at Spotify, exploring the latest trends and innovations coming out of the audio space. Diving into what this exciting future of audio represents to Arab creators and how streaming platforms like Spotify drive their discovery across borders. In conversation with Stavros Antypas, Cultur…
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Q&A with Kate Wright, executive director of Climate Mayors
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With funds from the Infrastructure and Investment Act and Inflation Reduction Act now available, the U.S. is accelerating its strategies to fight climate change. Climate Mayors, a bipartisan organization whose members are dedicated to demonstrating climate leadership through meaningful actions in their communities, is playing a vital, front-line ro…
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This episode is all about the Victoria Theater in NY and features a conversation with Joseph Kandoth of Aufgang Architects. The Victoria Theater was one of four contiguous vaudeville houses on West 125th Street, along with the Apollo Theater, the Harlem Opera House, and the Alhambra Theater. Together, the four theaters were known as Harlem’s “Opera…
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In USGBC’s new “Executive’s Corner” podcast series, we speak with a variety of industry leaders about their experience and insights. For our first episode, we converse with Kimberly Dowdell, principal at HOK and 2024 president of the American Institute of Architects.By USGBC
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The Culture Dispatch: Navigating Financial Frontiers 2024
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Dive into the intricate world of financial movements, where we unravel the past, scrutinise the present, and peek into the future of venture capital trends. Offering valuable perspectives on the venture capital landscape, courtesy of our distinguished speakers: Philip Bahoshy, CEO & founder of MAGNiTT, and Noor Sweid, the astute Founder and Managin…
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The Cultural Dispatch: The Future of Fuel
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With the conclusion of COP28 and the emergence of practical resolutions, we've evolved from an unequivocal rejection of fossil fuels to a commitment for transitioning away, tripling renewable energy, and enhancing climate finance for the most vulnerable. In light of this newfound resolution, there's a growing expectation for fuel companies to embra…
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A tangible remnant is a historic building that left a mark on the built environment and tells the story of people who came before us. This episode explores the tangible remnant that is Cedar Hill in Washington, DC. Listen to learn about the building, architect, historical figure that commissioned the building, and how the building is being used tod…
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A Founder’s Story: How Mohamad Ballout built Kitopi
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In 2021, Dubai’s Kitopi became a unicorn with a $415 million round led by SoftBank. Founded in January 2018 by Mohamad Ballout (CEO & co-founder) and his friends Saman Darkan, Bader Ataya, and Andy Arenas, it is today the world’s leading managed cloud kitchen platform. But where does it all start? Whether from their parents’ garage, or from an enli…
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Noir Design Parti w/ Saundra Little & Karen Burton
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This episode features a conversation with Saundra Little and Karen Burton of Noir Design Parti. This was a fun conversation and reminded me that we all have agency and often times have to follow our own curiosity to get the answers we're looking for. Unfortunately, we had some issues with Karen's audio but I wanted to share the content that we capt…
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A tangible remnant is a historic building that left a mark on the built environment and tells the story of people who came before us. This episode explores the tangible remnant that is Villa Lewaro in Irvington, NY. Listen to learn about the building, architect, historical figure that commissioned the building, and how the building is being used to…
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This is a solo episode and features a recap of 2023, including Nakita's top 6 favorite things from the year. It also talks about some of the exciting things evolving with the podcast in 2024. Links: Tangible Remnants on Instagram Tangible Remnants Website LinkedTr.ee for resources Earn CEUs for listening to this podcast Signup for Ask Me Anything w…
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A fireside chat with Award winning director, writer & poet Nujoom Al Ghanem While AI presents innovative tools for artists and the potential to challenge traditional boundaries, it also raises questions about authenticity and human creativity. Can AI-generated art truly evoke the same emotional depth as human-created pieces, or is it merely an algo…
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Key U.S. Announcements at COP 28: a discussion with Heather Clark
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Heather Clark, who is the Director of Building Emissions at the White House Climate Office, recently spoke with Liz Beardsley from USGBC about the latest announcements regarding building decarbonization that were made by the U.S. Government during COP 28. They also discussed some upcoming developments, including the National Definition of Zero Emis…
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The Art Cereal: Creativity to Mobilise Change
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Art for The Ocean: Creativity to Mobilize Change took place in the prolific art market of Dubai during COP 28 (the world’s largest annual climate gathering, hosting more than 100 Heads of State and over 35,000 participants). Bringing together artists, collectors, philanthropists, and ocean advocates alike to create a direct bridge between the art w…
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How to Advocate for Sustainable Buildings and Communities
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USGBC’s senior manager of state and local advocacy, Jennifer Gunby, shares her top tips on how to advocate for more sustainable buildings and communities. If you’ve ever wondered how to use your professional expertise to positively impact your community and state, find the ways that work well for you using Gunby’s advice and stories from her thousa…
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The Relationship Between Green Finance and ESG
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What is green finance? How does it work? Why is it becoming so important to building industry leaders? Those are some of the questions USGBC addresses in this two-part podcast series featuring Chris Pyke and Sarah Welton of GRESB. Part 2 explores how ESG and green finance complement each other and the action of green building, and why their relatio…
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What is green finance? How does it work? Why is it becoming so important to building industry leaders? Those are some of the questions USGBC addresses in this two-part podcast series featuring Chris Pyke and Sarah Welton of GRESB.By USGBC
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USGBC+ Fall 2022: Major companies use green financing to build their LEED portfolios
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Learn how green bonds and sustainability-linked loans are backing our future in this USGBC+ article from fall 2022.By USGBC
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USGBC+ Fall 2023: Hunter’s Point residential community in Florida pursues net positive power
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In this USGBC+ article by Calvin Hennick, hear how the developer behind the Hunter’s Point neighborhood hopes to spark a national wave of homes that produce more energy than they consume.By USGBC
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The Culture Dispatch: Think Tanks,Thinking Internationally
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Think tanks are essential in international affairs, acting as hubs of strategic thought and policy innovation. They gather experts to analyze global challenges and provide impartial analysis and solutions. Through research and discourse, they enhance understanding of global dynamics, aiding decisions that have worldwide impact. As bridges between a…
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The Culture Dispatch: Building a Greener Future
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Dubai's remarkable rise from the desert sands has been nothing short of extraordinary. The city has rapidly transformed into a global economic hub, renowned for its iconic skyscrapers, luxury developments, and visionary projects. However, this success story brings with it a profound responsibility - to shape a sustainable, environmentally conscious…
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The Culture Dispatch: Navigating The Economic Storm
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An illuminating evening as Gary Dugan, CEO of The Dalma Global CIO Office, sits down with the visionary founder of Dalma Capital, Zachary Cefaratti. Dive deep into the world of macroeconomics as these financial titans unravel the intricacies of inflation and interest rates.By The Arts Club Dubai
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USGBC+ Fall 2023: India takes the lead in LEED Zero projects
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In this USGBC+ article written and read by Farah Qadeer, hear how three companies in India exemplify the nation’s commitment to emissions reduction.By USGBC
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Unmasking Learning Differences w/ Morgan C.B. Miles
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** Please note that Morgan's headshot was created with AI.** In celebration of the 10th anniversary of Invisible Disabilities Awareness Week this episode features a special conversation with my friend Morgan C.B. Miles. In this episode we talk about neurodiversity and Morgan shares her vantagepoint on this topic. Morgan and I have been friends for …
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