Women in Sustainability- Green Building: What is it and why does it matter?

About the Event

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Did you know that the commercial building sector is responsible for almost 40% of greenhouse gas emissions worldwide? Have you heard of “sick building syndrome”? The majority of humans spend about 90% of their lives indoors, so our indoor environment has big implications on our health and wellness. The COVID-19 pandemic has brought to light the importance of indoor air quality, something USGBC has been aware of and working to improve for decades. Join us to learn about how the U.S. Green Building Council is working to make our world more sustainable, healthy, and resilient, with a focus on the need to raise the living standard of all humans.

About the Presenter

Annie is the USGBC Mountain Region's Project Manager. In her role at this national non-profit she wears many hats with a primary focus on educational program development and membership account management. She believes that the opportunity for sustainable design is abundant and important for the future health of people and the planet, and that USGBC's suite of rating systems and their community of green builders can help cities and states make huge strides toward achieving their sustainability, health, and equity goals.

About Women in Sustainability

Women in Sustainability is an inclusive nonprofit based in the U.S. that brings together women and allies who are passionate about sustainability. We provide a safe place for like-minded individuals to connect, learn, and collaborate in order to fight climate change and social injustice. Our overarching goals are to save the planet through advocacy, to create an inclusive community, and to educate others about sustainability in all industries.

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