Resilient Design: Transitioning to the New Built Environment

Originally aired October 16, 2014

Alex Wilson provides context for why resilience must be considered in the built environment during the coming decades, offering an overview of practical measures that can be implemented today to create more resilient buildings and communities. Topics include improvements to building envelope energy performance, flood-proofing strategies, enhancing wind resistance, providing access to water, and maintaining some electricity in the event of an extended power outage.

Speakers

Cynthia Greene (Moderator)

Manager, Energy and Climate Unit, U.S. EPA New England

Cynthia Greene is the Manager of the Energy and Climate Unit at U.S. EPA New England, where she works on climate adaptation and energy resilience initiatives for communities in the region.

Alex Wilson

Founder, BuildingGreen Inc. & Resilient Design Institute

Alex Wilson is the founder of BuildingGreen Inc. and the Resilient Design Institute, organizations focused on environmentally responsible building practices and building resilience in the face of climate change. He is a leading voice on practical strategies for creating buildings and communities that can maintain function during and after natural disasters and extended power outages.