How Architects Can Help Address the Climate Crisis

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How Architects Can Help Address the Climate Crisis

AIA CES program ID: GMGH.0007

Approved LUs: 1.0 LU|HSW

Prerequisites: None

Program level: Entry

Advance learner preparation: None

This episode of the EntreArchitect Podcast, features Greg Kochanowski, a licensed architect, landscape architect, urbanist, and educator. Greg is an award-winning author and founder of The Wild, a non-profit research lab dedicated to exploring the impact of climate change on urban environments. In this episode, Greg shares his holistic design philosophy and discusses his journey into architecture, from stumbling into the field to founding The Wild. Throughout the podcast, Greg emphasizes the importance of collaboration and inclusivity in the design process, stressing that everyone involved in a project has valuable expertise to offer. He also explores how architects can help address the climate crisis, rallying people around ideas, and facilitating conversation and problem-solving. Throughout the episode, Greg provides resources for further education on the topic. Whether you're an architect or just interested in creating a better, more sustainable world, this episode is an insightful and inspiring discussion on the role of architects in addressing global challenges.

Learning Objectives

1. Explain the relationship between wildfires and climate change by summarizing the scientific evidence and theories.
2. Identify the challenges and opportunities for architects to design and build resilient communities in wildfire-prone areas by analyzing the case studies and examples provided in the episode.
3. Evaluate the effectiveness of different strategies and technologies for mitigating and adapting to wildfires in urban and rural settings by comparing and contrasting the expert opinions and experiences shared in the episode.
4. Develop a multidisciplinary approach to wildfire management and prevention by applying the principles of landscape architecture, urban planning, and environmental science to a real-world scenario.

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