The General Services Administration (GSA) employs over 11,000 workers and manages about 8,700 federal and leased properties across the federal government. As with most agencies during the pandemic, GSA’s employees largely worked outside the office and have been operating in a more hybrid structure than before COVID, even with the shift back to the office in 2022.

A recent GAO Report (GAO-23-106200) found that federal office buildings continue to be chronically underutilized, leading to significant energy and cost implications.

Precast concrete is a durable material that is well known for its strength and resilience and ability to protect the lives, livelihoods, and lifestyles of people and communities. Part of that equation is contributing to safe and healthy spaces where occupants can live and work.

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Join the U.S. Green Building Council and industry experts for a discussion around the next iteration of the LEED green building certification system for new construction and existing buildings, LEED v5. As part of this new rating system, we have gathered a select group of project teams across diverse projects to provide critical feedback and support in shaping the system. USGBC intends to drive the built environment toward a low-carbon future that is equitable and resilient and promotes the wise, safe utilization of all resources.

Climate change presents numerous challenges and uncertainties to society, the economy, and environment, requiring a coordinated effort from the public and private sectors to navigate complex issues.

Our diverse panel of experts will discuss their respective experiences, innovations, and strategies with addressing climate change resilience—a critical component in building sustainable communities and organizations.

With a changing climate that will bring financial losses, business interruptions, migration, and other threats to our society, the need for both climate mitigation and adaptation in the built environment is more urgent that ever.

As climate change impacts intensify, the design and construction sectors face unprecedented challenges and opportunities. Our program offers a concise yet powerful exploration of the legal landscape and risk management insights for climate adaptation in design and construction.