On this episode of Living Shelter, Terry sits down with guest David Eisenberg to discuss his work to incorporate sustainable materials such as straw bale, cob, clay, and rammed earth into building code policies. David serves as Head of the Development Center for Appropriate Technology headquartered in Tucson, Arizona.

Building Better Codes: A Regulatory Approach to Systemic Sustainability with David Eisenberg

On this episode of Living Shelter, Terry sits down with guest Alistair Jackson to discuss the history and current state of sustainable design, as well as where it's heading. Terry and Alistair explore the development of building and energy codes in the western US, as well as the work of O’Brien 360, a nationally recognized leader in sustainable building.

Evolution of the Built Environment: How Buildings Must Change with the Climate with Alistair Jackson

Departing from our typical podcast format, today’s episode is part of a presentation that I've been preparing about comparing 125 year old house building architecture to modern DevOps. We also analyze as things that work and don't work. 

There are a lot of home maintenance stories and comparison notes. Particularly in the back half of the episode we get into how this type of challenge relates to Operations Management.

Refereces: https://nationalpost.com/news/canada/after-the-second-world-war-canada-thought-it-would-be-a-good-idea-to-install-cardboard-sewer-pipes 

Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/jf8at50nf0KKQG7DrlQAAbCdqH4?utm_source=copy_url
Image by DALLE:  Victorian house with the second floor redesigned in a modern style, featuring extensive use of glass. Each image also includes the porch with rockers and a poodle.

DevOps and Legacy Buildings

The state’s Fire Prevention and Building Code Council recently met  to review proposed building code updates to implement climate-related provisions passed in last year’s state budget for all-electric new buildings. Changes would prohibit fossil fuel furnaces, hot water heaters and stoves in most new construction beginning in 2026. Michael Hernandez of Rewiring America discusses the issue with Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Rewiring America On Climate Impact Of Updated NY Building Codes

NAHB 2025 Chairman Buddy Hughes shares what he’s hearing from NAHB members and his plans for the Federation this year, which include a focus on easing the regulatory burden of home building and onerous building codes.

New NAHB Chairman Discusses Priorities for his Term, Including Regulations

In episode 2 of Prestige Construction Insights, we break down the most common mistakes homeowners make when hiring a general contractor in Vancouver, WA. From hiring an unlicensed contractor to failing to establish a clear contract, these pitfalls can lead to delays and budget overruns. Tune in to learn how to avoid these missteps, ensure you're choosing the right contractor, and set yourself up for a smooth and successful home remodeling or construction project.
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How to Choose the Right General Contractor: Avoid These Common Mistakes in Vancouver, WA

Clean energy advocates held a press conference ahead of the Building Code Council meeting on December 5th  to uplift the affordability benefits of the All-Electric Buildings Law (AEBL).  Last summer, the Building Code Council voted to update NYS codes to adopt the strongest all-electric new building code in the nation, which would have gone into effect at the start of the new year. Earlier this month, the state pivoted away from implementing AEBL, a law proposed and championed by Governor Hochul, and instead, entered into a voluntary injunction to pause the implementation of the cost saving code and law.. The Council canceled the public comment section of the meeting after more than fifty advocates signed up to speak. We hear from Michael Hernandez, New York Policy Director, Rewiring America;  Daniel Morrissey, Director of Sustainability, TAP Inc., a community design center for the Capitol region ; Max Micallef, Advocacy Manager of Clean Air Initiatives, American Lung Association; Jed Prickett, Clean Energy Analyst at Alliance for Clean Energy New York;  and, Kathy Nolan, President, Physicians for Social Responsibility

Climate Advocates Push Building Codes Council on All Electric Buildings Act

A podcast hosted by Terry Phelan, an architect and sustainability specialist with 30+ years of hands-on experience.

Presenting today’s innovative people, processes, and materials that help us create healthy, energy efficient, and joyful places to live, the Living Shelter podcast dives deep with other green building groundbreakers in conversations to inspire the next generation of passionate architects and designers leading us into the future.

The Build Blueprint with Prestige Construction is your inside look at the world of general contracting and construction in Vancouver, WA, and beyond. Hosted by Prestige Construction & Home Remodeling, this podcast covers everything from ground up builds and major renovations to project management, permitting, design planning, and contractor-client collaboration. Whether you're a homeowner planning a custom project, a property investor, or simply curious about how construction really works, this show delivers expert insights, tips, and real-life stories from the job site. Tune in to build smarter and stress-free!
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Hudson Mohawk Magazine is a local volunteer-produced news hour that provides sanctuary for the discussion of a wide range of topics, scaling from the global to the hyper-local. The show is broadcasted from The Sanctuary for Independent Media on WOOC 105.3 FM.

Thanks to listeners like you, the Sanctuary is able to use art and participatory action to promote social and environmental justice and freedom of creative expression.

An excellent source for industry thought leadership in Edge Computing, Cloud Computing, DevOps, Open Source base on discussions at.the2030.cloud

Get the latest on the U.S. housing market, economics, and housing policy advocacy from National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) CEO Jim Tobin and COO Paul Lopez.

New tracks tagged #building codes