Energy Decarbonization Blueprint

The USGBC Orange County's mission is to engage all green building stakeholders to be the conduit of change for a more sustainable Orange County through innovative communication, education, resources and advocacy.We envision Orange County to be a vibrant place to live, learn, work and play. Through our committees and members, USGBC Orange County promotes the integration of the built and natural environments to foster sustainable, healthy, and prosperous communities.USGBC Orange County connects you with people, programs, and resources for green buildings. These benefits apply to commercial office buildings, single family homes, schools, hospitals, community master plans, retail stores and just about everything in between. Our membership includes architects, engineers, contractors, manufacturers, planners, facility managers, corporate real estate managers, consultants, scientists, educators, students, and many more professions.

USGBC Orange County

U.S. Green Building Council - Orange County Community

Willdan Group Inc

Utilizing four case studies, this course explores how to create a new blueprint for energy decarbonization that aligns with the changing electric grid. An overview of energy infrastructure changes that are taking place in the state of California will be provided alongside how these changes impact the types of building systems being considered for a multi-family building, a school, a healthcare project, and an office building. The course will explore the carbon impacts of each case study, both today and in the future as the electric grid continues to decarbonize utilizing expected average carbon emissions for 2030 and 2050.The evening will start with netoworking and l﻿ight refreshments will be served. Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot now! Continuing EducationAIA CES Approved: 1 LU|HSW Intermediate LevelLearning Objectives1.	Identify how the decarbonization of the CA electric grid impacts the built environment2.	Describe challenges and opportunities in decarbonizing typical project types from an energy standpoint3.	Describe the difference in decarbonization impacts between today’s grid and the expected grid in 2030 and 20504.	Create an energy decarbonization blueprint for your firm&#x27;s projectsInstructor BioJeanne Huntsman, AIA is a Director of Client Relations at Willdan with over 20 years’ experience as a licensed architect and energy consultant. In her current role she collaborates with utility companies and A/E community to build programs furthering the decarbonization and energy efficiency of the built environment. She has directly consulted on over 500+ energy design assistance projects across the nation. Ms Huntsman spent the first half of her career designing affordable housing and care facilities. She brings her past experience in design and construction into her decarbonization consulting helping participants find the highest level carbon reduction strategies that meet their projects goals, design constraints, and budget. She is an active member of AIA and a former co-chair of AIA Charlotte’s Women in Architecture committee.ContactIf you have any event registration issues or access to the event, please contact pacific@usgbc.org.

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