Green Building Symposium
For the second weekend, Archtober Newburgh 2024 is hosting a mini Green Building Symposium. This day will be divided into three parts and focused on learning, idea-sharing, and generate the momentum to advance sustainability in Newburgh’s government and buildings. Let’s gather and share current practices and projects by a variety of local building owners. The discussion will facilitate ideas on how to expand local opportunities and how to spread information to residents.
Event Details
Saturday, October 12 from 9am to 1pm
ADS Warehouse 105 Ann St Newburgh NY
RSVP for coffee and snacks to archtobernewburgh@gmail.com
3 AIA Credits Available
Schedule
9am
Tour of ADS Warehouse
ADS Warehouse is a prime example of adaptive reuse architecture, designed as a net-positive cultural hub in downtown Newburgh. The 9,000 sq. ft. building and site have been transformed from a one-story industrial structure into a model of sustainable development. Join us for a tour where we’ll explore the innovative details of the over-clad facade design, 13kW solar array, electric car charging stations, on-site composting, native plantings, use of non-toxic materials, and the Certified Wildlife Habitat®. Together, these integrated systems create a harmonious and sustainable living and working environment.
10.30am - 11.30am
Introductory remarks
Lleaders in municipal climate action by Hudson Valley Regional Council Carla Castillo will share progress and strategies happening nearby Newburgh and morning keynote speaker, Elijah Hutchinson, Executive Director Of Mayor’s Office Of Climate And Environmental Justice, will speak about the uniqueness of working at the intersection of sustainability and environment justice.
Pecha Kucha style presentations on existing green building technologies already happening by the private sector in Newburgh including geothermal, community solar, electric car charging, passive house, heat pumps, and non-toxic building materials.
11.45 - 12.45pm
Keynote speaker City Council member (TBC)
Facilitated Discussion & Workshop by Sustainable Hudson Valley Melissa Everett with public stakeholders and city leaders. Participants will divide into group to tackle the question " How to Gain Ground for a Sustainable Newburgh?"
This event is organized in partnership with AIA Westchester + Hudson Valley and presented as part of @Archtober, NYC's annual architecture and design festival.
