Harmonizing with Nature: The Art of Sustainable Roof Design
LUNCH & LEARN: CONTINUING EDUCATION SERIES
Course Accreditation:
International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC) | 1 IIBEC CEH
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) | 1 AIA LU/HSW | Course Number: 2023-IBPVC 003
Buildings often disrupt the natural balance of our environment by depleting resources, generating waste, spewing pollutants into the atmosphere, and altering the natural function of the land, such as its ability to absorb and capture water into the ground They disrupt the Earth’s natural harmony, yet imagine a world where buildings coexist harmoniously with nature, giving back more than they take. Embracing sustainable practices can transform these challenges into opportunities for a more eco-friendly tomorrow. This course explores the foundations of sustainable roof design. This session will focus on the pivotal goal of conserving essential resources such as water, land, energy, and raw materials.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of this program, participants will be able to:
- Understand the fundamentals of sustainable roof design and the core principles necessary to create ecologically responsible roofing systems.
- Identify and apply the relevant building codes specific to sustainable roof designs.
- Select the most suitable standards for projects, enhancing the overall sustainability of designs.
- Explore complex concepts such as carbon neutrality, carbon footprint, and embodied carbon concerning sustainable roof design.