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Buildings contribute over a third of global carbon emissions and are a key focus for decarbonization. As legislation phases out natural gas and enforces stricter efficiencies, campuses must adapt to the demands of all-electric building design. In this session, experts from the University of California (UC) will cover strategies, insights, and costs of decarbonization with the goal of building a more sustainable and healthy future. Join us to gain effective, practical tools and project strategies for campus decarbonization as well as discover how electrification impacts utilities and requires cross-disciplinary teamwork.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Advocate for and make the case, both in reason and feasibility, for healthier, all-electric, and decarbonized new-build facilities and retrofits.
2. Discuss strategies for campus decarbonization and electrification in order to increase energy efficiency, reduce subsequent operating costs, and ultimately decrease carbon emissions for a healthier environment.
3. Gain tools to fully participate in cross-disciplinary teamwork among architects, planners, consultants, and real estate executives to effectively implement decarbonization strategies.
4. Discuss the importance of using tools such as decarbonization roadmaps, reviewing carbon reduction measures, and participating in life cycle cost analysis to effectively plan decarbonization projects.

Presenters:

Philip Boutelle, Decarbonization Infrastructure Program Manager, University of California-Santa Cruz
Alyse Falconer, Managing Principal, Point Energy Innovations
Sally McGarrahan, Associate Vice Chancellor, University of California-Berkeley
Matthew St. Clair, Chief Sustainability Officer, University of California Office of the President

Delivered 04/02/2025.

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