Podcasts about zero net energy

In this episode, Cherise is joined by Sarah Kennedy, AIA, Associate, and Michael Kehl, AIA, LEED - Associate Principal at SCB based in Chicago with offices also in San Francisco, Boston, and Seattle. They discuss the design of the visionary multifamily housing project “Woolsey Gardens” in South Berkeley, CA.You can see the project here as you listen along.The Woolsey Gardens' goal is to act as a replicable, sustainable, and financeable alternative for future affordable housing developments located on small, infill parcels. To achieve this, the project will feature 100% permanently affordable units, 100% ownership units, Zero Net Energy sustainability, community-centered spaces as well as mass timber construction and LEED Platinum certification.If you enjoy this episode, visit arcat.com/podcast for more. If you're a frequent listener of Detailed, you might enjoy similar content at Gābl Media. Mentioned in this episode:ARCAT Detailed on Youtube

In this episode of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted speaks with Sean Armstrong, Managing Principal at Redwood Energy.Sean has worked for 25 years in building electrification, designed the retrofit and new construction of more than 25,000 all-electric residences for disadvantaged populations, co-authored five practical guides to building electrification, provided legal and technical support to dozens of gas bans nationwide, helped develop the 2016, 2019, 2022, and 2025 Title 24 California Energy Codes, and has received sustainable design awards from the United Nations, the U.S. Department of Energy, and the SoCal Building Industry Association.He and Ted discuss his background, being a committed environmentalist since the age of 13, growing up in rural Wisconsin as genderqueer, moving to California to flee violence violence directed toward his sexuality, gender identity, and gender expression, and attending Humboldt State University, where he found his passion for sustainability and was trained in radical activism. Sean shares his life-changing experience where he lived in the Campus Center for Appropriate Technology (CCAT), a student-run demonstration house that was off-grid (solar, wind, biodiesel and batteries), before diving into his works in California's affordable housing market. He highlights his work at Redwood Energy, North America's #1 producer (per NBI/NZEC master list) of all-electric, 100+ percent solar housing from 2015-2020. Sean's winning formula is combining all electric solar powered designs with affordable housing developments. According to him, this helps developers become more profitable because electric design is cheaper to build and there are incentives for affordable housing.

This is Live interview with Grant Waldron, Head of Sustainability Strategy at Gaia Development. We'll be discussing the following: ✅ Energy efficiency in industrial buildings ✅ How to incorporate solar energy ✅ Concrete vs wood in industrial construction About Grant: Grant Waldron earned a degree in Environmental Studies from the University of California, Santa Cruz. With previous experience in residential solar and construction technology, Grant brings a diverse background to sustainability consulting. At Gaia, Grant manages Life Cycle Assessments (LCA), carbon footprint analysis, and Zero Net Energy & Water projects. Grant is passionate about finding unique ways to incorporate sustainability into buildings & community projects. Connect with Grant: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grantlwal... Decarbonizing Industrial Buildings: https://www.gaiadevelopment.com/educa... -- ⚡ Become an Industrial Insider: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChadGriffit...

“We shouldn't imagine that we'll just get a $20,000 home loan and decarbonize the whole house. We could do that, but that's not the most common way. More common, like you said, people are gonna have something that's breaking or just broke, and they need to replace it. Now is the time to spend the money and I'm going to get an electrified version. That means like a 8-year horizon. You can get the whole house like by 2030 and that would be great for the planet.” Sean Armstrong is the Managing Principal of Redwood Energy and has worked for 25 years in building electrification, designed the retrofit and new construction of more than 10,000 all-electric residences for disadvantaged populations, co-authored five practical guides to building electrification, provided legal and technical support to dozens of gas bans nationwide, helped develop the 2016/2019/2022 and 2025 Title 24 California Energy Codes, and has received sustainable design awards from the United Nations, the U.S. Department of Energy and the SoCal Building Industry Association. Together Redwood Energy has led the design of more than 1500 units of Zero Net Energy, all-electric affordable housing, and 200 all-electric market rate residences. They provide Title 24 modeling, design support and Utility Allowance modeling to create cost-effective Zero Net Energy housing. Their projects range from cottages to high rise residences, commercial spaces and large facilities. Publications of comprehensive resources by Redwood Energy based on their extensive research are available on their website.

We look at some of the high stakes elections happening in Wisconsin this year. Then, learn about the U.S. Solar Decathlon and the zero-net energy homes designed by UW-Milwaukee and UW-Madison students. We learn about Bald Eagle conservation efforts in Wisconsin. Then, the founder of Great Lakes Distillery talks about why he's now making non-alcoholic botanical spirits. Plus, learn about the science of the zodiac.

The world is beginning to go through an electric revolution, and real estate is at the epicenter. Sean Armstrong, principal at Redwood Energy, happens to be one of the revolutionaries of this movement and has designed over 10,000 residences in more than 200 developments that are 100% all electric, Zero Net Energy with many of those being low-income affordable housing.Sean is a rare combination of advocate and activist with sustainability, justice, and doing the right thing at his core. His passion for sustainability started when he had a life-changing experience at Humboldt State University in Arcata, California, where he lived in the Campus Center for Appropriate Technology (CCAT), a student-run demonstration house that was off-grid (solar, wind, biodiesel and batteries).After college Sean left his imprint on organizations he worked for including a large general contracting firm begin to incorporate solar power into their projects. As a designer, Sean found a winning formula by combining all electric solar powered designs with affordable housing developments. This, he says, is because it helps developers become more profitable because electric design is cheaper to build and there are incentives for affordable housing.For Sean, there is an environmental cost to everything, but scale is important. The cost of solar is far outweighed by the positives that it creates to decarbonize the atmosphere, increase indoor air quality and create healthier living spaces, as well as create much more safe communities without the threat that comes with combustible fuel like natural gas. He has many personal gripping narratives of how his family has been impacted by events such as gas leaks, forest fires, and toxic indoor air quality. At the end of this Regenerative Real Estate Podcast episode, Sean mentions several resources that his firm Redwood Energy has put out for people interested in Zero Net Energy which you can find at their website here.

We learn about the U.S. Department of Energy's Solar Decathlon and the no-cost home designs available to Wisconsin residents. Then, a teacher describes the challenges of educating students both in person and virtually. We speak with the Hmong American Women's Association about their new home at the Pabst Mansion. Plus, hear new local music in this month's Milwaukee Music Roundup.

In this continuation of the Sustainability Now! episode of Leaders Who Learn, Dr. Lynn Priddy and Bill Massey have a one on one diving deep into the energy use of buildings. Can a building be carbon neutral? What's the definition of a zero net energy building? Bill talks about how data outlines the long-term economic and operational impacts of getting to zero net energy. There may be a premium upfront, but in 10-15 years, there is a long-term financial benefit over time. Bill is an architectural principal and leader in Sasaki's sports practice. He specializes in athletic and recreation planning and design projects with a particular focus on higher education. He has nearly 20 years of experience in the design and implementation of exceptional projects in the higher education sector. Leaders Who Learn is produced by Claremont Lincoln University.

Sean, a cost-efficiency expert and self-proclaimed climate activist, joins the podcast to talk about all-electric construction and the endemic problems with natural gas infrastructure here in California. He shares a very moving story about the personal ramifications of decades of fossil fuel use (thank you Sean!) and we eventually get around to brainstorming some ways to fix what's broken by focusing on universal goals like human health and building efficiency.  Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/IGx_ZwdZrpgEpisode Sponsor: www.sustainablehomesofthefuture.comContact Host: info@shfbuild.com  Sean Armstrong taught net-zero design at a demonstration house at Humboldt State University from 1999-2002, and has 12,000+ hours of experience as staff Project Manager with affordable housing developers The Pacific Companies, Danco Communities, and the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Arcata. Sean was the first developer to use the California Utility Allowance Calculator (CUAC). Since his start in development in 2004, he has led the design of 6000 residences in more than 200 developments, focusing on all-electric, 100% solar offset design. All-electric cuts costs, and adding solar has a 4-8 year payback, hence the rapid uptake of Zero Net Energy by the market--it's profitable. It's a challenge, but so is all the rest of building a development. Sean and his business partner, Michael Winkler, won the Grand Prize awards from the United Nations in 2017 and the PCBC Gold Nuggets in 2016, but he is perhaps most proud of the award from the Southern California Building Industry Association--they are unapologetically business-minded, and recognized Redwood with their first Sustainability Award in 2017 because their work to end fossil fuel use in buildings also happens to  lower construction costs, and increase profits. Sean delights in ruthless capitalists realizing that fossil fuel infrastructure is an additional cost, and not at all "cheap."  Show Notes: All-Electric Research/Publications - https://www.redwoodenergy.tech/research/

James brings project management, commissioning and sustainability consulting experience to the Elementa Engineering team. His strong connection to water and nature, fostered by his love of surfing, led him to explore a career in sustainability. After implementing an award-winning sustainability program at Forbes-rated five-star hotel focused on energy and water efficiency, waste reduction, recycling, and sustainability education projects, James has transitioned to a career as a sustainability consultant and commissioning agent. James strives to support his clients by understanding their needs and developing strong relationships, resulting in buildings and spaces that are loved and enjoyed by those who occupy them. He enjoys the challenge each project brings, from water and energy efficiency to healthy materials. He has worked on many “deep green” projects including the Living Building Challenge targeted Gulf State Park Interpretive Center and Zero Net Energy targeted TreeHouse Sustainable Home Improvement Store. Show Highlights  Surfing after the rain brought James to sustainability.  The significance of USGBC meetings and local chapters on your career. Taking the untraditional path to success.    James created Net Zero water calculator. The changes and priorities you can expect regionally.   How James straddles new and existing builds?  The impact of the Green Financing Program from multifamily builds.  “When I was younger I didn't take chances on things because I didn't think I was prepared and I was maybe afraid of failure. I look back now and I see how much that held me back because anytime I've taken on a big challenge, it's really just taught me how much I'm capable of and you have to be your own champion. You have to believe in yourself.” -James James's Show Resources and Information LinkedIn The Happiness Advantage:  Shawn Achor: TED Talks Grit: Angela Lee Duckworth | TED Talks Connect with Charlie Cichetti and GBES Charlie on LinkedIn Green Building Educational Services GBES on Twitter Connect on LinkedIn Like on Facebook Google+ GBES Pinterest Pins GBES on Instagram GBES is excited our membership community is growing. Consider joining our membership community as members are given access to some of the guests on the podcasts that you can ask project questions. If you are preparing for an exam, there will be more assurance that you will pass your next exam, you will be given cliff notes if you are a member, and so much more. Go to www.gbes.com/join to learn more about the 4 different levels of access to this one-of-a-kind career-advancing green building community! If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes.  We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so come by again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Green Building Matters Podcast! Copyright © 2020 GBES

Zero Net Energy Homes 

Copyright 2020 - The Energy Show, Barry Cinnamon Buildings consume 40% of our energy, most of that for heating and cooling. Almost all of this energy is supplied by fossil fuels, resulting in tremendous CO2 emissions. Building electrification solves this problem. Instead of burning fossil fuels in homes and businesses, we can heat, cool, wash and cook using electricity generated from clean, renewable sources. San Jose is one of the first cities to establish building codes that pursue a  zero net energy policy by strongly recommending all electric new homes. But what about existing homes? To find out first hand what was involved in getting to a zero net energy home, my wife and I embarked on a project to completely electrify our 50 year old home in San Jose. I've done quite of bit of energy upgrading on homes and businesses over the past 40 years. Nevertheless, I checked in with a few friends who had done some electrification of their homes (thanks to Howard, Jeff and Dick). The steps we took mostly followed conventional wisdom: address the easy and cheap items first (LED lights, controls), extra insulation, solar with battery backup, EV charger, heat pump HVAC, heat pump water heater and induction cooktop. There were only two real hassles with this electrification project. The first hassle is familiar to anyone doing a renovation or maintenance project: finding the “best” contractor for each individual task. Because building electrification involves so many different types of contractors, there is no one “general contractor" who can do everything both efficiently and cost effectively. We ended up with five different contractors: insulation, pool, solar, electrical and HVAC. Since I'm capable of screwing in a lightbulb, I took care of the LEDs lights and controls. The biggest hassle was on the electrical permitting side and coordinating with our local utility. Nevertheless, when everything was done and connected, we are enjoying a net negative (for the year) electric bill — including all of our heating, cooling, cooking and most of our driving. Perhaps the most rewarding event was when our local gas utility PG&E sent an inspector to our house to find out why the gas meter almost stopped completely! To learn more about electrifying your home or business, please listen to this week's Energy Show. And if you are thinking about making the switch from fossil fuel home appliances to electrical appliances run by solar and battery storage solutions, take a look at our 10 steps to whole house electrification.

While insulation and airtightness are critical elements of a high performance building, they also can significantly increase the risk of health and moisture failure issues. In addition, if using high "embodied carbon" impact materials then high performance buildings can have a higher net carbon impact by 2050 than conventional buildings. Come join us to learn how to create truly healthy, durable, comfortable, and low carbon impact buildings. Join Kristof as he interviews Lucas Johnson in a discussion about the impacts of insulation material decisions.Lucas is a building scientist who has worked as a builder, utility program manager, enclosure systems consultant, and clean tech venture capital consultant to deliver Zero Net Energy, Passive House, Living Future, and even two of his own standards: SUN Buildings and Active House. Lucas holds a degree in Physicochemical Biology as well as a Master of Environmental Science and Lucas JohnsonEcoEntrepreneurship. His position at 475 is his dream job since he gets to share his experience by collaborating with architects, engineers, and builders to make their projects cost-effective, carbon negative, healthy, durable, and enjoyable.

Passive Houses and Zero Net Energy with James Geppner    About this Episode   In this episode, Charlie talks with James Geppner about zero net energy and how we adjust our behaviors and adjust as a society. James is the Executive Director for Erase 40 in New York and has lived there for the last 30 years.   Key Talking Points       James's journey in the film industry to sustainability and zero net energy.     Working with behaviorists to develop programs to launch Zero Building Industry     Contrast of consumer behavior     How our point of view can be incredibly inaccurate of what our needs will be     Why wasn't the choice of passive homes commonplace     What costs come with certain risks   Key Milestones of the Episodes [0:41] James's background   [1:48] James's unusual career    [4:41] James's entry into sustainability   [5:51] An enormous amount of authority at a young age   [8:14] Jame's achievements   [10:56] Next trend   [15:50] Started studying why passive homes weren't commonplace   [20:34] The Lucky Game Project   [31:27] Having conversations with people who have small firms   Key Quotes   “Early on in my film career I ran one of the offices in New York and was connected to a studio….”   “I was basically asking basic sort of very fundamental behavioral question, which is what motivates people.   “It's having conviction around something so others will join you in your effort.”   “We tend to be very bad at predicting what our needs will be even a very short time out.”    Key Resources Erase 40 Website   Predictably Irrational: The Hidden Forces That Shape Our Decisions by Dan Ariely, Simon Jones, et al.   Death and the Afterlife: Biblical Perspectives on Ultimate Questions (New Studies in Biblical Theology) Paperback – March 6, 2018 by Paul R. Williamson   Get in Contact with James   James Geppner on LinkedIn   Don't forget to catch more episodes and resources for all of your green building news at the Green Building Matters website   Connect with Charlie Cichetti and GBES Charlie on LinkedIn Green Building Educational Services GBES on Twitter Connect on LinkedIn Like on Facebook Google+ GBES Pinterest Pins GBES on Instagram   GBES is excited our membership community is growing.  Consider joining our membership community as members are given access to some of the guests on the podcasts that you can ask project questions. If you are preparing for an exam, there will be more insurances that you will pass your next exam, you will be given cliff notes if you are a member, and so much more. Go to www.gbes.com/join to learn more about the 4 different levels of access to this one-of-a-kind career-advancing green building community!   If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes.  We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so come by again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Green Building Matters Podcast!   Copyright © 2019 GBES

Dan Burgoyne is the Sustainability Manager for California's Department of General Services (DGS), where he develops and helps implement policies improving California's sustainable buildings, energy, water and resource efficiency. Dan is a California-licensed architect and LEED Fellow, with over 26 years of experience in the design and construction industry, and green building policy. Dan led the development of California Governor Jerry Brown's green building Executive Order B-18-12, and now leads its implementation under the direction of the Governor's office, pushing California toward Zero Net Energy buildings, LEED certified buildings, reduced emissions, improved energy and water efficiency, and sustainable building operations. Dan has served as a green building advisor to the California Green Building Code (CalGREEN), GSA, and California's High Speed Rail Authority. Dan served twice on the USGBC Board of Directors, as well as Government and LEED MR TAG committees, and on the USGBC's Advisory Council. Dan is also an advisor and instructor for the University of California, Davis Extension.   Dan Burgoyne - Get To Know Dan Dan grew up in Eugene, Oregon in the 1960's and 1970's.  There were a lot of trees around and Dan had another career in mind.  He was told he would be a good chemical engineer or architect. In high school he enrolled in Chemistry and Drafting.  Very quickly he had dropped Chemistry and the rest is history. “I pursued architecture and went to a number of schools.  I started out in a drafting trade school in Arizona outside the Phoenix area.  I went to Brigham Young for a few years, transferred to the West Valley College in Saratoga, California where I started studying architecture again.  I finished up a Cal Poly in San Luis Ospido in architecture.” - Dan Burgoyne   Early Sustainability Journey Dan admired the simplicity of the shelters that earth-minded people lived in that were around the Eugene, OR area.  He was passionate about passive design earth sheltered homes and read everything he could on those subjects. It was still new but there were a lot of designs.  Dan eventually became a Sustainability Manager and the green building and LEED movement sparked his interest. “I worked in my career as an architect for a number of years and then got into project management and ended up at the State of California in the Department of General Services.  After a year at the state I interviewed for and accepted a position as Sustainability Manager. I have there for 17 years.” - Dan Burgoyne   Proudest Achievements Dan's proudest achievement by far is his family.  He has been married for 34 years and has 3 children,  They are all in school pursuing their own careers, none of them in architecture but have been a great influence in is life. “In my career, developing green building policies for the state is also a proud achievement.  I have served under 4 different administrations and under the last 3 very much more involved and in 2004 I participated with Schwarzenegger's Executive Order.  At that time we took a leap of faith and became the first government that required LEED Certification for new and existing buildings.” - Dan Burgoyne   Book Recommendations The Earth-Sheltered House: An Architect's Sketchbook by Malcolm Wells The Passive Solar Energy Book by Edward Masria   Tune into this podcast to listen to the rest of Dan Burgoyne's journey in this podcast hosted by Charlie.   Connect with Dan Burgoyne: LinkedIn   Connect with Charlie Cichetti and GBES: Charlie on LinkedIn Green Building Educational Services GBES on Twitter Connect on LinkedIn Like on Facebook Google+ GBES Pinterest Pins GBES on Instagram   GBES is excited our membership community is growing.  Consider joining our membership community as members are given access to some of the guests on the podcasts that you can ask project questions. If you are preparing for an exam, there will be more insurances that you will pass your next exam, you will be given cliff notes if you are a member, and so much more. Go to www.gbes.com/join to learn more about the 4 different levels of access to this one-of-a-kind career-advancing green building community! If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes.  We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so come by again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Green Building Matters Podcast! Copyright © 2019 GBES

How can HERS raters influence the development of the IECC? (International Energy Conservation Code)     Join us as Eric Makela of the New Buildings Institute (www.NewBuildings.org) takes us on a journey through the world of energy codes.   Eric is the perfect tour guide, as he has spent the last 30 years training on this topic to practitioners in the building, design and enforcement industries in a variety of venues in over 20 states.     We learn of the work NBI does and how they’re involved in code development. Eric also covers some the states and jurisdictions where more advanced or stretch codes are being implemented.   He also illustrates the steps involved in the code update process and what organizations/groups are involved. We also learn how Zero Net Energy and renewables factor in to all the codes.   We also cover changes that have been put in place for the 2018 code and what he believes are future themes for next code update in 2021.     Pros in the building industry should consider attending the annual conference which will be held in New Orleans, LA Feb 25-27, 2019 more info at: www.conference.resnet.us/   RESTalk: To the RESNET community, we hear you and want to engage.   Pros can learn more at www.RESNET.us/professional Consumers can learn more at www.RESNET.us Or for more info on this topic contact RESNET at INFO@RESNET.US

Weekly hyperlocal news featuring Bill Lovallo, chair of the BHS building committee explaining Zero Net Energy, Joanna Tzouvelis, Citizen-Herald, talking about the traffic memo requested by the BHS traffic working group, the research for an alternate pool and Airbnb in Belmont; Community Calendar with Gavin Farrell, Powers Music School explaining its future event, BHS students fundraising to cure breast cancer, wine school and Belmont Serves 2018.

Prompted by a comment on the previous episode, Archispeak pulls the thread on the sweater that is Zero Net Energy to discuss the costs, who is doing it and why someone might not. Join us for a "green" discussion all about ZNE.

Kurt Kornbluth, UC Davis: Zero Net Energy and Carbon Neutrality at UC Davis: Applied Research and Project-Based Learning Series: "Climate Solutions " [Science] [Show ID: 31063]

Kurt Kornbluth, UC Davis: Zero Net Energy and Carbon Neutrality at UC Davis: Applied Research and Project-Based Learning Series: "Climate Solutions " [Science] [Show ID: 31063]

Zero Net Energy — can your building actually be self-sufficient?

Trent Hawkins is Senior Consultant at renewables and energy efficiency consultancy Enhar. He joins Beyond Zero to talk about his latest technical research on Zero Net Energy Towns. 

  Tim Hald is a Certified Public Accountant from Austin Texas He has 37 years of comprehensive tax, accounting and audit experience .Including 27 years as a general practitioner specializing in:  •IRS Tax Problem Resolution •Individual and Business tax preparation and planning •Audit of small businesses •Advisory services to businesses He was named in Texas Monthly September 2011 issue as one of Central Texas' Top Wealth Manager. He writes numerous articles covering varies tax related issues in Austin. His company motto is: MAXIMIZE PROFIT, minimize taxes Ted Burbank is a retired Business Intermediary who unintentionally changed his ordinary 1970s two story colonial home into one that now is “Zero Net Energy” (produces more energy in a year than it consumes).  Ted has written “A Homeowner's Guide to Energy Independence,” a book that chronicles the steps he took leading to his to no longer having to pay utility or fuel bills.  Patricia Villarreal , CCIM, ABR – Owner of Alamo Heritage Group of Keller Williams Realty in San Antonio, TX.  Specializing in both Commercial & Residential Real Estate in San Antonio and 8 surrounding counties     Julie Chapa Director of Sales and Marketing Woodsides Homes San Antonio TX