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The Future of Architecture: 10 Transformative Design Principles for a Sustainable World

Architizer

This article was written by Edward Mazria, FAIA, the founder and CEO of Architecture 2030 whose mission is to rapidly transform the built environment from a major emitter of greenhouse gases to a central source of solutions to the climate crisis. According to the International Energy Agency, to have a good probability of meeting the 1.5-degree

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Developing Our Sustainability Action Plan

SW Oregon Architect

In 2006, the AIA adopted the 2030 Challenge , which seeks to achieve a dramatic reduction in energy consumption and CO2 emissions by 2030, and a complete phase-out of fossil fuel emissions by 2040. As the AIA’s guidance document states, each SAP is a declaration of a company’s unique approach to sustainable design.

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2030 Emissions Reduction Plan – Buildings

Westeck News

2030 Emissions Reduction Plan – From Environment and Climate Change Canada. People have made it clear what they want for the future: clean air, good jobs, a healthy living environment, and a strong economy. The plan aims to strengthen our economy with sustainable housing, jobs, and environmentally friendly industrial growth.

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7 Formidable Sustainable Firms Dynamically Disrupting the Architectural Status Quo

Architizer

Sustainability has become something of a buzzword in the industry. In some instances, sustainability is employed as a marketing tool, reinforced by superficial practices with little environmental benefit. The team has even pledged to eliminate embodied carbon from every commercial interior space they design by 2030.

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Bentley Moon Rally 2030 by V10 highly commended in Future Luxury Retail Design Competition

Deezen

Called Moon Rally 2030, the concept sees 100 drivers invited to compete in a qualifying race held at Bentley 's headquarters, with the top 10 earning a coveted spot in the Bentley Moon Rally. The judges praised the ambition behind the idea but felt it wasn't feasible for 2030. Find out more about Dezeen partnership content here.

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Dear Architects: If You Really Want to Be More Sustainable, Start Prioritizing Reuse Projects

Architizer

Architecture 2030 ’s mission is to rapidly transform the built environment from a major emitter of greenhouse gases to a central source of solutions to the climate crisis. Existing buildings are a key to a climate smart built environment. This article was written by Erin McDade and Lori Ferriss.

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Ethics in Architecture

SW Oregon Architect

Designed to be car-free and powered by renewable energy, it's part of Saudi Vision 2030. Initial construction began in 2021, with a completion target of 2030. Sustainable design principles, such as energy efficiency, net-zero and Passivhaus design strategies, and use of environmentally friendly materials, are second nature to our work.