Complying with energy codes and carbon mandates is extremely challenging for historic preservation projects. This session will explore innovative design strategies for prioritizing sustainability and decarbonization while also satisfying preservation imperatives and respecting historic fabric.
Join us to explore a compelling case study of Stone Mill Lofts, an award-winning adaptive reuse of a landmarked historic complex in Massachusetts. You'll leave with practical guidance on assessing which form of energy retrofit is best suited for particular historic structure types, implementing solutions ranging from building electrification to passive house approaches, and collaborating with state and federal agencies to secure historic tax credits.
Learning Objectives
- Find out how energy-efficient design solutions can help future-proof historic preservation projects and support climate adaptation, decarbonization, and resiliency goals.
- Analyze key factors that determine the viability of a potential adaptive-reuse project for passive house–level or similarly high-performance retrofit approaches.
- Discuss the process of evaluating a property and developing suitable design solutions that meet applicable goals for energy efficiency and historic preservation.
- Review best practices for collaborating with essential partners, including sustainability consultants, other allied professionals, and relevant local, state, and federal agencies.