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The Green Building Matters Podcast with Charlie Cichetti

Charlie Cichetti
Sustainability
Green Building
LEED
LEED Certification
Energy Efficiency
Decarbonization
Green Building Movement
Architecture
Waste Management
Artificial Intelligence
Embodied Carbon
Circular Economy
Recycling
Climate Change
Healthy Buildings
Indoor Air Quality
Solar Energy
AI Technology
Public Health
Wellness Real Estate

Do green buildings matter to you? This podcast fuels your fire with inspiring interviews from industry and nonprofit leaders across the built environment. Not sure if green building matters? Listen to the personal stories of our guests and let Charlie's passion help convince you why green buildings are essential to our shared future. Each episode illustrates a unique journey through sustainability... more

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🎯 The Green Impact Report Quick take: After 42 years at HKS, Kirk Teske reflects on a career that helped shape sustainable design at scale. From leading one of the earliest LEED pilot projects to influencing generations of architects, Kirk shares wh... more

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🎯 The Green Impact Report Quick take: AI, data centers, and digital infrastructure are transforming the built environment faster than most of us realize. In this episode, Anya Eydman explains why the future of decarbonization isn't just about techno... more

🎯 The Green Impact Report Quick take: What happens when sustainability stops being about buzzwords — and starts being about healthier kids, stronger schools, and lower operational costs? Architect Bob Morris breaks down how net-zero schools, biophil... more

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Recent Guests

Anya Eydman
Founder/CEO of IRA Energy, decarbonization advocate
IRA Energy
Episode: AI, Digital Infrastructure, & the Future of Decarbonization: Anya Eydman on Building Trust in the Energy Transition
Bob Morris
Architect focused on learning environments, EUA
EUA (Milwaukee, WI)
Episode: Designing Schools That Heal, Inspire, and Perform Better: Human-Centered Sustainable Design with Bob Morris
Tanya Eagle
Director of Sustainable Buildings Team Lead at JLL
JLL
Episode: From LEED to Decarbonization: Tanya Eagle's Blueprint for the Future of Sustainable Buildings
Jesse Michalski
Owner of Eland Electric, a family-owned electrical construction company
Eland Electric
Episode: Solar, Batteries & the Future of Resilient Buildings with Jesse Michalski
Sonal Jain
Sustainability professional in real estate and built environment
King's Cross development, London
Episode: From Passive Design to Net Zero: Transforming London's Built Environment with Sonal Jain
Jennifer Wehling
Director of Sustainability at a California architecture firm (as introduced in interview)
HMC Architects
Episode: Designing Sustainability Into Every Decision: Making Green Design the Default with Jennifer Wehling
Efrie Escott
Lead Fellow at Schneider Electric and sustainability educator
Schneider Electric
Episode: Decarbonizing 70% of Buildings: AI, Energy Storage, & the Future of Sustainable Design with Efrie Escott
Paul Kealey
Co-founder of EkoBuilt, passive-house expert
EkoBuilt
Episode: Healthy Homes First: Passive House, Air Quality & the Future of Residential Green Building with Paul Kealey
Sandra Bär
Sustainability consultant; founder of Beyond Sustainability; LEED expert
Beyond Sustainability
Episode: From Bavaria to Athens: Sandra Bär on Building Greece's Green Future

Host

Charlie Cichetti
Host focused on green building, sustainability leadership, and decarbonization conversations.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 51 ratings
  • AI as an Enabler

    Very insightful podcasts about the main challenges in our world. I appreciate how Charlie admires the impact of technology on the AEC industry while also considering sustainability and green building aspects.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SM405
    United States2 years ago
  • So many great conversations!

    I love the variety of guests and their stories. I’ve taken book recommendations and connected with guests through Linked In.

    Highly recommended for future and current sustainability professionals.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BackonPOF
    United States4 years ago
  • Going green? Go here!

    Charlie is truly an authority in the green building space, and it's no wonder - after listening to this podcast, I can't imagine a better resource for those looking to get involved in the green movement! Tons of excellent information around the latest in the industry and inspiring perspectives from the professionals at the forefront. Don't miss it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Arlie K
    United States5 years ago
  • John Rogalski

    Great podcast! Great source for information on where and how to get started in the Green movement and a good place to get updated information on what’s going on in the industry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JR green st
    United States7 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Very informative and easy to listen toz

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cichgirl
    United States7 years ago

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Audience finds structure and expert questions valuable for understanding green building trends.
Praise diverse guest lineups and practical industry stories.
Listeners praise depth and practical insights for real-world decarbonization.

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#192
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#182
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#214
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#33
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#59
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#124
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Talking Points

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From LEED to Decarbonization: Tanya Eagle's Blueprint for the Future of Sustainable Buildings
Q: What are you doing at JLL and how do you approach client engagements?
At JLL, I lead a sustainable buildings team focused on delivering portfolio-wide decarbonization, wellness, and certification strategies for clients, balancing immediate certification goals with long‑term carbon, resilience, and KPI tracking.
From LEED to Decarbonization: Tanya Eagle's Blueprint for the Future of Sustainable Buildings
Q: What role did mentors play in your career?
Mentors helped me pivot from purely design‑driven work to sustainability leadership; Rob Lang and Lance Hosey encouraged exploration of interests and empowered me to lean into my strengths rather than conforming to expectations.
From LEED to Decarbonization: Tanya Eagle's Blueprint for the Future of Sustainable Buildings
Q: Where did you grow up and how did you get into architecture?
Growing up near Washington, DC, with a Spanish mother and Honduran father, I pursued architecture at Carnegie Mellon and later urban planning to connect design with community and climate impacts.
AI, Digital Infrastructure, & the Future of Decarbonization: Anya Eydman on Building Trust in the Energy Transition
Q: What are you reading or studying lately?
She discusses a broad, evolving bookshelf including poetry, leadership, and entrepreneurship books, emphasizing the importance of diverse perspectives and continuous learning.
AI, Digital Infrastructure, & the Future of Decarbonization: Anya Eydman on Building Trust in the Energy Transition
Q: What keeps you busy day to day?
Anya describes her work at IRA Energy, spanning public, civic, and government applications, and her role on various boards addressing heating and energy resilience in New York City.

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