Ghina Annan
CEM, LEED AP, WELL AP, ENV SP, LFA
Stantech | Associate, Decarbonization Business Lead
Speaker
September 26, 2024 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Panel Moderator
Track F: Building Performance
Session F1: High Performance Buildings
September 25, 2024 | 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Innovative Strategies for Reducing Embodied Carbon in Tall Building Renovations: A Net Zero Retrofit Approach
This presentation delves into the transformative potential of Net Zero Retrofitting as a sustainable solution for reducing embodied carbon in tall building renovations. Through a systematic approach, the process of Net Zero Retrofitting is elucidated, encompassing key phases such as evaluation, design, implementation, monitoring, and occupant engagement. By leveraging energy-efficient measures, renewable energy systems, and smart technologies, Net Zero Retrofitting aims to upgrade existing buildings to achieve net-zero energy consumption, thereby significantly mitigating their environmental impact.
The presentation underscores the multifaceted benefits of Net Zero Retrofitting, including environmental stewardship, financial savings, enhanced occupant comfort, and increased property value. It elucidates how Net Zero Retrofitting aligns with global sustainability goals and contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, as evidenced by compelling statistics and research findings. Notable case studies, such as 303 Battery in Seattle and the University of British Columbia’s Brock Commons Tallwood residence, exemplify successful applications of Net Zero Retrofitting principles in real-world contexts.
Through an exploration of innovative strategies and best practices, this presentation empowers stakeholders in the building industry to embrace Net Zero Retrofitting as a viable pathway towards achieving carbon neutrality and fostering a more sustainable built environment.
Speaker Bio
As a sustainability expert and a cross-disciplinary thinker, I combine sustainability vision and practical experience to deliver a solution-based approach for buildings, masterplans, and cities.
Having worked on various iconic projects in the MENA region and beyond and holding roles in varied private and public sectors for the past 11 years. I have a unique understanding of cross-disciplinary interfaces, where I bring my years of experience to provide an evidence-based approach to problem-solving to make the future of our industry livable and sustainable.
I am passionate about cities and the built environment, leading teams to achieve effective sustainability outcomes while identifying and implementing adequate strategies to achieve Net Zero Energy, Water, Waste and Carbon while following regulations, codes, standards and safety.
I provide thought leadership on project sustainability impacts and carbon footprints and advise clients on developing and delivering ambitious carbon reduction pathways and broader sustainability.
One of my key strengths is to tackle challenges, interdisciplinary impacts and opportunities in a wide range of sustainability and climate action topics such as sustainable material selection, sustainability management, health and well-being, circular economy, resource efficiency, decarbonization, energy management, community and social value, lifecycle assessment, and sustainable procurement.
Being a changemaker I proactively collaborate clients, government authorities, NGOs, external associates and International multidisciplinary organizations to make their vision a reality.