Speaker Bio:

Mike:

Mike Taylor a registered architect and certified passive house designer with fifteen years experience in architecture who specializes in high performance buildings while integrating low carbon design strategies into every project. Mike is also in the education space teaching innovative approaches to zero carbon building during architectural design studios alongside educating classes on high performance building envelopes.

Bre:

Breanne is obsessed with building a climate-positive and low carbon future. Holding a master's degree in building science from TMU, she is dedicated to decarbonizing the built environment through research, communication, and collaboration. Working with diverse groups, she advocates for the use of bio-based building materials and circular strategies in order to reduce the impact of the built environment and turn a resource-heavy industry into one that regenerates the earth.

Event Information:

This workshop equips architects with practical tools to discuss carbon reduction with clients, empowering them to lead the shift toward low-carbon design. Participants will gain a deep understanding of carbon literacy, explore sustainable building practices, and learn how early adoption of low-carbon materials and strategies can reduce emissions, lower costs, and enhance long-term building resilience.

Who Should Attend:

• Architects
• Designers
• Engineers
• Students, educators, and anyone interested in low-carbon construction