The Yale Club of Oregon and SW Washington is proud to present

Gregory E. Sterling

The Reverend Henry L. Slack Dean, Yale Divinity School

What is a Living Building and Why is Yale building one?

The Living Village at Yale Divinity School

As part of Yale’s commitment to sustainability and the Planetary Solutions initiative, Yale Divinity School is developing the Living Village—a transformative project that will provide affordable, sustainable housing for students while designed to the ambitious standards of the Living Building Challenge. This net-positive-energy building will inspire and teach our community how to live in harmony with the Earth.

The Living Village is a key element of Yale Divinity School’s academic and moral vision, and it will be a daring expression of inclusivity, sustainability, and forward-looking design. Construction is underway, with occupancy expected by August 2025.

Come hear more about this groundbreaking project and regenerative design!

YDS Dean Greg Sterling, will explore the science, design, and ethical underpinnings of the Living Village. This is a unique opportunity to learn how this transformative project is setting new standards in sustainable architecture and community living.

NOTE: All participants must register on Eventbrite. You will also receive three reminder emails: 2 days before the event, 2 hours before the event and 10 minutes before the event. These email reminders will contain a link to the event on Eventbrite. You can also reach this zoom event by logging into Eventbrite when the event starts.

What is a Living Building and why is Yale building one?