Sustainability Part 2: Demystifying Design Tools & Third-Party Certifications

There is a myriad of ecolabels, third-party certification programs and green building rating systems on the market—enough to make an architect's or designer's head spin. In this episode, we sit down with a few industry experts to discuss the tools and programs that are available to design professionals to help them reduce their environmental footprints in the battle against climate change. Guests Candon Murphy, Steven South and Pablo La Roche share insights, tools and best practices to help demystify the process of designing and specifying projects and products for the new climate reality we’re facing. Grab a notepad and get ready to take some notes as these well-versed design professionals share their insights and practical tips for bringing the big sustainability picture into much sharper focus.

Resources discussed in this episode:

https://www.buildingtransparency.org/tally/tallycat/

https://www.buildingtransparency.org/

https://www.buildingtransparency.org/tally/tally-lca/

https://www.oneclicklca.com/

http://www.sustainableminds.com/

https://portal.mindfulmaterials.com/

https://www.mindfulmaterials.com/the-common-framework

https://www.aia.org/pages/6351155-materials-pledge