A comprehensive overview of current best practices in net zero design, illustrating how architects, engineers, and builders are creating structures that produce as much energy as they consume. Experts will discuss the latest innovations, materials, and technologies that are driving the success of net zero buildings, highlighting case studies that demonstrate practical applications and measurable outcomes. The session will also delve into the policy, economic, and social drivers accelerating the adoption of net zero practices. Attendees will leave with actionable insights on how to implement these sustainable design principles in their own projects to contribute to a more energy-efficient and environmentally responsible future.
A Fellow of the American Institute of Architects (AIA), David was honored with the AIA’s Thomas Jefferson Medal for “a lifetime of creating livable neighborhoods, vibrant civic spaces, and vital downtowns”. Residential Architecture Magazine named him to their Hall of Fame as “the person we call to ask about cities.” He has led planning in post-Katrina New Orleans, revitalized downtowns for cities large and small, and initiated a broad reappraisal of the role of density in building more livable, resilient, competitive, and equitable communities. He believes planning is about helping communities manage dramatic demographic, economic, technological, and environmental forces for public benefit. Toward this goal, David co-authored Urban Design for an Urban Century (Wiley, 2015) and co-edited Suburban Remix: Creating the next generation of urban places (Island Press, 2018). David’s work focuses on leveraging walkability to enhance quality of life, economic opportunity, equity and resilience. Current and recent projects include transformation of Ottawa’s Kanata North into a 21st century innovation district. planning for Downtown plus the surrounding Uptown Neighborhoods for El Paso TX. replacing an elevated expressway with an at-grade tree-lined boulevard in Buffalo NY. transforming failing malls in Nashville TN and Trumbull CT. revitalizing Downtown Lawerence MA as a center of inclusive economic development, and creating a new post-sprawl growth plan for Avon VT. His impact has not gone unnoticed—his work has won more than two dozen awards from the AIA, the American Planning Association, the American Institute of Landscape Architects, and the International Downtown Association.
A comprehensive overview of current best practices in net zero design, illustrating how architects, engineers, and builders are creating structures that produce as much energy as they consume. Experts will discuss the latest innovations, materials, and technologies that are driving the success of net zero buildings, highlighting case studies that demonstrate practical applications and measurable outcomes. The session will also delve into the policy, economic, and social drivers accelerating the adoption of net zero practices. Attendees will leave with actionable insights on how to implement these sustainable design principles in their own projects to contribute to a more energy-efficient and environmentally responsible future.
