Penciling Out Webinar Kick-Off & Networking

The BSA, AIANY, and AIA|LA are hosting Penciling Out, a multi-part weekly series that will inform, inspire, and connect industry professionals eager to find solutions for creating financially feasible, affordable and climate-forward housing.

Join the first event in the Penciling Out series for a networking session and panel discussion on the housing and climate crises, how they intersect, and a framework for holistic solutions.

Panelists:

Regional Context:
Miranda D’Oleo — Program Manager Policy & Advocacy, BSA
Bria Donohue — Director of Government Affairs, AIANY
Will Wright — Director of Government and Public Affairs, AIA|LA

The Model:
Monte Hilleman — Vice President of Environmental Resiliency, Compliance & Investment, Sustainable Investment Group (SIG)

Moderator:

Wandy Pascoal — Program Manager of Housing Innovation & Awards, BSA

Learning Objectives

1. Develop the ability to advocate for and implement green design and financing strategies that ensure both financial success and environmental sustainability in housing projects.

2. Analyze the current landscape of green financing and apply it to affordable housing projects, with a focus on navigating climate policies and financial challenges in Massachusetts, New York, and California.

3. Breakdown strategies for balancing regulatory requirements, climate goals, and cost constraints to produce well-designed high-quality, affordable, and energy-efficient housing.

4. Explore practical approaches to decarbonization and assess how they can enhance the financial viability of affordable housing projects.

Learn more about Penciling Out.

Penciling Out: Financing Solutions for Affordable & Climate Forward Housing is a partnership between three components of the American Institute of Architects (AIA): the Boston Society for Architecture (BSA/AIA), AIA New York (AIANY), and AIA Los Angeles (AIA|LA).