SvN Speaks — Upfront Carbon: NOW What?

As cities continue to respond to the climate crisis, further shifts are needed in pursuit of deep decarbonization. Informed by our recent research publication, NOW: The Upfront Carbon Façade Materials Guide, we will discuss what’s working, what’s stalled, and what needs to change: from procurement reform to public policy, and incentive structures to new material standards.

Panelists

Lisa King
Senior Planner City of Toronto
A leading figure in the development of the Toronto Green Standard (TGS) and Toronto's Zero Emissions Buildings Framework.

Chris Magwood
Manager Carbon-Free Buildings at RMI
Director Builders for Climate Action
A pioneer in carbon-storing construction techniques and advocating for climate-positive architecture.

Dr. Shoshanna Saxe
Associate Professor University of Toronto
Canada Research Chair in Sustainable Infrastructure
A prominent researcher identifying opportunities and pathways to better align urban infrastructure with sustainability goals.

Moderator

Sam Dufaux
Principal SvN

SvN Speaks is a thought leadership series produced by SvN to explore ideas shaping sustainable, resilient urban futures.