Alan Organschi: Building a global carbon sink

Introduction to the lecture series focusing on the changes needed in architectural practice, education, and culture to address climate change and the role of the built environment in greenhouse gas emissions.

Highlighting a series of interviews conducted by the league's digital editor with various organizations and architects focusing on decarbonized design and research initiatives related to carbon and built form.

Exploration of buildings as interconnected nodes in systems, emphasizing the entanglement of carbon and built form with a focus on sustainable design and resource materials.

Discussion on the properties of wood, its potential as a structural material, and the importance of sustainable forestry practices in mitigating carbon emissions in the building industry.

Lessons learned from using wood in construction, including the importance of old buildings, operational emissions in building lifecycle, and the circular economy in architecture.

Analysis of the carbon emissions associated with different building materials, the need for sustainable urban morphologies, and the potential for high-performance timber buildings to store carbon.

Exploration of regenerative building ideas and the potential for large-scale adoption of timber construction to store carbon and reduce emissions in urban areas.

Architects are exploring ways to address climate change by focusing on resilient techniques, carbon reduction, and sustainable practices in building design.

Exploration of innovative ideas in construction industry such as mass timber, reevaluating traditional materials like wood, and rethinking building systems to reduce environmental impact.

Discussion on the transformation required in various industries, especially in construction, to embrace sustainable practices and adapt to changing economic and environmental landscapes.

Examining the impact of industry shifts on job markets, economic enterprises, and policy-making to align with sustainable practices and address environmental concerns.

Understanding the lifecycle impacts of building materials, evaluating their sustainability, and considering the long-term effects on the environment to promote regenerative practices.

Discussing the adoption of sustainable building practices at scale, addressing challenges in material supply, cost comparisons, and transitioning towards eco-friendly construction methods.

Exploration of circular economics in construction, emphasizing design for reuse, disassembly, and extending the lifespan of materials to promote sustainability and reduce environmental impact.