Join us at AIA Minnesota’s Annual Conference on Architecture! We will have the pleasure of presenting on Tuesday, October 13th along with Precipitate on our commitment to equitable and environmental justice and climate action.

Session Description:

It is time to change the climate of systemic racism and ecological destruction. Environmental justice intersects these movements – all people have a right to clean air, water, and land – yet communities of color are disproportionately impacted by climate change and exposure to environmental hazards. Design professionals are well positioned to leverage this moment towards environmental justice, and supported in doing so by the AIA Code of Conduct.

 This session will explore perspectives and share undertakings of two small firms to accelerate racial justice and climate action. Urban Design Perspectives confronts racial disparities within the architecture profession for African American women by leading a week-long summer program called Camp SEE Architecture, which educates young people of color about architecture while introducing concepts of designing for environmental equity. Precipitate implements cost-effective carbon reduction strategies for affordable housing. Beyond energy efficiency, broader outcomes include healthy and comfortable interiors, reduced utility expenses, and long-term durability.

 Both firms strive to enact change through advocacy and public policy reform ensuring safe and resilient homes are accessible to all, as AIA 2030 Signatories committing to climate action, and by educating peers and clients on the value of designing for environmental equity. Climate change is happening.

See you there!