Podcasts Archive | Steven Winter Associates, Inc.

To learn more about what a degree in sustainability should look like, we looked to Stockton University's Patrick Hossay, PhD. The post What Should a Degree in Sustainability Look Like? with Patrick Hossay appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc. .

On this episode, Kelly chats with Andrew from Peel Passive House Consulting to discuss one of his favorite (and most challenging) projects to date. The post Designing the World’s First Passive House Car Dealership with Andrew Peel appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc. .

John shares some important factors to consider when evaluating heat pumps, such as construction type, geographic location, project financing, and more. The post The Role of Heat Pumps in Low-Moderate Income Homes with Jon Harrod appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc. .

On this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Kathryn Wright from USDN. Kathryn explains the critical connection between equity and buildings. The post A Framework for Equity and Buildings with Kathryn Wright appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc. .

Dr. Iain Walker discusses strategies for controlling byproducts associated with cooking by focusing on kitchen ventilation The post (ENCORE) Why is Kitchen Ventilation So Important? With Dr. Iain Walker from LBNL appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc. .

Peter describes the top five accessibility oversights in both design and construction that typically lead to noncompliance with accessibility requirements. The post The Devil’s in the Details: Common Accessibility Oversights with Peter Stratton appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc. .

In this episode, Kelly chats with Sarah Nugent about the intersection of health, wellness, and sustainability – or the “triple bottom line” in buildings The post Healthy Buildings, Healthy Humans with Sarah Nugent appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc. .

In this month’s episode we chat with Valerie Mutterperl about her experience in senior living design, and the importance of community within senior living. The post Incorporating Home and Community in Senior Housing with Valerie Mutterperl appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc. .

In this episode, we sit down with Steven Winter (yes, THE Steven Winter), to talk about comradery – both within SWA and the industry as a whole, and how it has helped us remain successful through day-to-day operations, major company transitions, and even a global pandemic. The post Building Comradery with Steven Winter appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc. .

In this episode, host Robb and guest Laura talk about electrification strategies, costs, and how policy relates to electrification and other climate goals. The post Electrification Nation with Laura Tajima appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc. .

Chef Chris Galarza is an advocate for electric cooking being a much healthier, safer, cost-effective, and energy-efficient option. The post It’s Time to 86 Fossil Fuels in Commercial Kitchens with Chris Galarza appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc. .

Join us to learn about sustainable, healthy, and even compostable building materials in the highly acclaimed Grass House from architect Andrew Linn. The post Farm-to-Shelter Building with Andrew Linn appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc. .

Join us learning about the tools, trends, and design tactics of Universal Design, as well as the roots of this methodology and the impacts of its adoption. The post Designing for Inclusion with Victoria Lanteigne appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc. .

On this month’s episode of Buildings + Beyond we learn about how cities are incorporating equity into their sustainability plans, why diversity of perspectives can create better solutions, and how actively thinking about equity can help the transition to a green economy. The post Solar Panels or Asthma? Equity and the Built Environment with Jeremy Hays appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, I...

In this month’s Buildings + Beyond episode, Robb sits down with Les Bluestone, co-founder of Blue Sea Development, to talk affordable green housing in NYC. The post ‘Back to the Basics’ of Affordable Housing with Les Bluestone appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc. .

Kelly and Sean open a few discussions surrounding improving the quality of construction, and how this effort differs between Australia and America. The post Air-Tightness Testing and Building Codes in Australia with Sean Maxwell appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc. .

Kelly and Zak discuss the attributes of public transit service that make it possible and desirable for people to use, and how this can improve U.S. cities. The post Transportation in Cities with Zak Accuardi appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc. .

On today's episode, Kelly talks with Jonathan Spooner from Stacks + Joules, a  nonprofit learning program in computer programming and wireless network management. The post Training a Young Workforce to Operate Smart Buildings with Jonathan Spooner from Stacks + Joules appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc. .

Kelly discusses Universal Design principles and accessibility with Luis Quintana, Founder of Todo Accesible in Mexico City! The post Universal Design and Accessibility in Mexico City with Luis Quintana appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc. .

In this episode, we learn all about the long and lengthy code development process from SWA’s own Gayathri Vijayakumar. The post How Codes Get Made with Gayathri Vijayakumar appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc. .

Robb discusses the TRUE Zero Waste certification with guest Celeste McMickle, and how it serves as an effective strategy in reducing waste for businesses. The post A Path to Zero Waste with Celeste McMickle appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc. .

In this episode of Buildings + Beyond, Robb sits down with Kai Starn and Catherine Paplin to discuss embodied carbon and it's role in sustainable design. The post Mission Critical: Embodied Carbon in Sustainable Design with Kai Starn and Catherine Paplin appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc. .

Commissioning applies to more than just code – it is a critical component in ensuring comfort, reliability, and efficiency of systems. The post The Keys to Commissioning with Kelly Westby appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc. .

On this episode, we had the privilege of chatting with Victor Calise, Commissioner of the NYC Mayor's Office of People with Disabilities (MOPD). The post NYC: A Melting Pot for People of All Abilities with MOPD Commissioner, Victor Calise appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc. .

"what are the most critical components to a high-performance building?" Architect, Jesse Thompson, will tell you it's air-sealing and ventilation. The post Passively Built with Jesse Thompson – A Look at Air-Sealing and Ventilation appeared first on Steven Winter Associates, Inc. .