In addition to the practice of architecture, we help the profession through volunteering with the AIA. The new updates to the Framework for Design Excellence align beauty and performance. Read more here: aia.org/articles/66449…

Since 1 May, nearly three quarters of all Americans (more than 68m people) have faced risks from wildfires, flooding, tropical storms and extreme heat. #ClimateEmergency

We have the climate resilient solutions for homes and cities. treehugger.com/buildings-must… #climateresilience #climateadaptation #heatwaves #wildfires

Another cool (literally) ancient climate resilient strategy, no power needed. #HeatWaves #climateresilience

#EarthOvershootDay is "the date when humanity’s demand for ecological resources and services in a given year exceeds what Earth can regenerate in that year." Today is the symbolic day of the year when humanity as a whole crosses over into an unsustainable drawdown of resources.

We must prepare for a new reality. Add green spaces for shade and absorb the heat; retrofit buildings and homes to be more economical and efficient; and assist communities during extreme heat by providing water, cooling centers, and assistance. #HeatWaves cbsnews.com/news/heat-isla…

This might be my favourite 2 minutes of tv ever. George Monbiot getting straight to the heart of what we need to do: system change. #degrowth

Devastating data from National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) show 2020s are averaging only 18 days between each billion-dollar disaster … cost of each event adjusted for inflation and disasters include droughts, flooding, cyclones, winter storms, wildfires, etc.

A new CA building code will limit the carbon emissions of super large buildings, considering their operation, the building materials and the construction process. Hopefully this path will help us get to low carbon homes. dezeen.com/2023/08/21/cal…

A new era of architecture

Homes designed and built to withstand weather extremes, using climate resilient and environmentally friendly building materials, can survive events like wildfires.  sunset.com/home-garden/ho…

Adding plants to urban areas enhances climate resilience by reducing heat, sequestering carbon, absorbing water runoff, improving air quality, quality of life, and sense of community. flipboard.com/video/scrippsn…

A climate scientist disclosing the customization of his research and making it less useful than it could have been, so it can be published in a distinguished journal. Transparency has become so rare. thefp.com/p/i-overhyped-…

Winners of the 4 > 1 planet pavilions competition showcased their climate resilient strategies in insulation and fire-resistant natural materials. However, protection from potential flooding remains unresolved, especially with pavilions by the waterfront. dezeen.com/2023/07/18/fro…

Maryland get a "D" on flood disclosure b/c it doesn't require that home buyers be told about past flood damages and much more. I spoke with Tolly Taylor of WBAL-TV 11 Baltimore about what needs to happen. NRDC 🌎🏡 wbaltv.com/article/nrdc-h…