The Green Building Matters Podcast with Charlie Cichetti

• Karl Borree on Making Sports Floors Smarter, Safer, and More Sustainable

  🎯 The Green Impact Report Quick take: This episode is a must-listen for architects, contractors, and LEED Pros looking to level up athletic spaces. Karl Borree shares how flooring can dramatically impact health, sustainability, and even climate goals — if you design it right. 🎓 Meet Your Fellow Sustainability Champion Karl Borree is a veteran of the performance flooring industry and a passionate advocate for sustainable product innovation. As a key voice at Action Floors, Karl works at the intersection of health, athletics, and material science — driving forward the only carbon-negative maple flooring solution on the market today. With a background in coaching, economics, and rhetorical theory, he brings a unique human-centered lens to sustainable product strategy. 🌱 Breaking Ground on Better Building 💡 Key Insight #1: Flooring Isn’t Just About Bounce — It’s About Emissions, Safety, and Lifecycle The Challenge: Traditional gym floors often use PVC-based pads that off-gas and lose performance over time. The Solution: Action Floors uses natural rubber pads that don’t off-gas, last longer, and offer superior restitution for athletes. ROI: Improved air quality, safer impact absorption, extended lifespan — with verified carbon-negative. 💡 Key Insight #2: One Size Doesn’t Fit All — Design for the Athlete, Not Just the Space The Challenge: Many school districts default to “standard” flooring systems without considering age, activity, or use-case. The Solution: Action Floors offers 14+ custom subfloor systems tuned to the specific athlete profile — from preschoolers to pros. ROI: Reduced injuries, enhanced performance, and floors that align with building lifecycle and functional demands. 💡 Key Insight #3: Carbon-Negative Sports Flooring Exists — If You Know Where to Look The Challenge: Most stakeholders assume performance floors are carbon-intensive due to manufacturing and global shipping. The Solution: Action Floors sources maple from the UP of Michigan, leveraging cold climate slow-growth trees, and runs a verified carbon-negative operation. ROI: Global shipments with a smaller footprint than local competitors — backed by SGS-certified EPDs. 🎧 Sustainable Soundbite “Follow your passion, not your pension — that’ll bring you everything you really want.” – Karl Borree 🌍 Episode Overview Think sports flooring is just about looks or bounce? Think again. In this episode, Karl Borree of Action Floors pulls back the curtain on a massively underappreciated part of green building: what’s under your feet. From carbon-negative maple to all-natural rubber pads engineered to reduce concussions, Karl shares how performance flooring is being reimagined with sustainability — and athletes — at the center. ✅ Your Green Building Action Plan This Week: Ask your flooring vendor if they have an EPD — and what’s under the surface. This Quarter: If you’re designing a space for athletes (of any age), evaluate whether your flooring supports performance and long-term health. This Year: Shift from lowest-bid procurement to lifecycle-focused design — especially in public education and athletic facility projects. 🔗 Connect & Learn More 🌿 Access full episode resources: 📄 Read the transcript: 🔗 Connect with Karl Borree: [] 🏗️ Explore 💚 Join the Green Building Movement: ✉️ Want More Green Building Insights? Get exclusive tips, expert interviews, and green design tools — delivered twice a week. 📬 Subscribe FREE →  

  --------  

  29:55

  --------

  29:55
• Yaron Dycian on Cracking the Code of Water Waste in Buildings

  --------  

  26:40

  --------

  26:40
• Episode 400: Charlie Cichetti on 8+ Years of Green Building Conversations That Matter

  📣 The Green Impact Report Quick take: In this milestone 400th episode, host Charlie Cichetti reflects on over eight years of interviewing green building pioneers. He shares timeless lessons, celebrates the community, and previews what’s next in the world of sustainability storytelling. 👋 Meet Your Fellow Sustainability Champion Charlie Cichetti is one of the most credentialed experts in the green building world and a LEED Fellow. He’s the founder and host of Green Building Matters, a passionate educator, and a leader in sustainability-driven entrepreneurship. 🌱 Breaking Ground on Better Building In this special solo episode, Charlie flips the script to reflect on how Green Building Matters became the most downloaded podcast in its space — and why that matters now more than ever. 🧠 Key Insight #1: Storytelling Inspires Action The Challenge: Technical content can alienate early-career sustainability pros. The Solution: Focus on personal stories, authentic journeys, and real-world projects. ROI: Listeners report earning credentials, launching new roles, and pushing for green certifications. 🧠 Key Insight #2: There’s No One Path to Green Building Leadership The Challenge: The industry often emphasizes rigid roles or career tracks. The Solution: Showcase diverse voices — from LEED Fellows to students, sales pros to engineers. ROI: Encouragement and validation for professionals forging unique green careers. 🧠 Key Insight #3: Consistency Builds Community The Challenge: Maintaining weekly momentum for 8+ years is rare. The Solution: Leverage virtual teams, strong systems, and personal commitment. ROI: 400+ episodes, a global audience, and top 3% status in the podcasting world. 🎧 Sustainable Soundbite “This podcast is a megaphone for the green building movement — and you’re the reason it matters.” — Charlie Cichetti 📘 Episode Overview What started as a passion project has grown into a global platform for green building professionals. In this special solo episode, Charlie Cichetti marks Green Building Matters’ 400th episode with a heartfelt reflection on the podcast’s journey — from humble beginnings to becoming a top 3% podcast worldwide. He shares behind-the-scenes stories, key lessons learned, gratitude for the people who’ve helped shape the show, and a powerful vision for what comes next — including deeper dives into AI, regenerative design, and community engagement. Whether you’re a longtime listener or just tuning in, this is an inspiring reset on why this platform — and this mission — matters. ✅ Your Green Building Action Plan Transform your next project with these steps: This Week: Reflect on your own sustainability journey. Share an episode with a colleague who needs encouragement. This Quarter: Revisit favorite episodes and reach out to past guests for insight or mentorship. This Year: Join the growing Green Building Matters community through LinkedIn, events, or by becoming a guest yourself. 🔗 Connect & Learn More 🌿 Access full episode resources: 🗒 Read the transcript: 💚 Join the Green Building Movement: 💌 Want More Green Building Insights? Get sustainability tips 2x a week. 👉 Subscribe to our FREE newsletter here: Green Building Matters, Inc © 2025 | Good Green Fun.  

  --------  

  29:10

  --------

  29:10
• GBES Episode 399 — Live from Blueprint Vegas 2025 - The Future of the Built World

  🌍 The Green Impact Report Quick take: Live from the Blueprint Vegas 2025 conference, Charlie Cicchetti unpacks how AI, automation, and sustainability startups are shaping the built world. Whether you're a green building professional, an entrepreneur, or curious about the latest tech in construction and real estate, this recap offers major takeaways from one of the industry's most influential events. 👤 Meet Your Fellow Sustainability Champion Charlie Cicchetti Charlie is the founder of Green Building Education Services (GBES) and Schema. A LEED Fellow and one of the most credentialed green building experts globally, he’s dedicated to scaling sustainability through tech, training, and thought leadership. 🌱 Breaking Ground on Better Building In this special episode, Charlie breaks down innovations and insights straight from the Blueprint Vegas 2025 conference — where the future of the built world is being written. 🧠 Key Insight #1: AI is not just a cost-saver — it's a growth engine The Challenge: Traditionally, AI in real estate has been used primarily to reduce operating costs. The Solution: Charlie emphasizes AI’s broader potential — automating repetitive tasks to let professionals focus on creativity and customer experience. ROI: Boosted efficiency and employee satisfaction, while increasing the quality of customer engagement and problem-solving. 🧠 Key Insight #2: Robotics are entering construction — literally The Challenge: Labor shortages and inefficiencies continue to plague the construction industry. The Solution: Real-world applications of robotics were showcased on the expo floor, from automation in logistics to on-site tasks. ROI: Potential for reduced delays, lower costs, and improved safety in construction projects. 🧠 Key Insight #3: Startups like Mill and Switch are redefining climate tech The Challenge: Finding scalable, tech-driven solutions that actually move the needle on sustainability. The Solution: Mill is revolutionizing food recycling (not just composting), while Switch Automation is pushing AI and ML in building controls. ROI: Measurable impacts on waste reduction and energy efficiency across building portfolios. 💬 Sustainable Soundbite "Don’t look at AI just to save money. Ask — how can you use AI to really grow your business?" – Charlie Cicchetti 📈 Your Green Building Action Plan Transform your next project with these steps: This Week: Connect with sustainability-focused startups like Mill and Switch. Explore their offerings and how they can integrate into your current workflow. This Quarter: Attend an industry conference like Blueprint Vegas, Net Zero, or Greenbuild to network, discover new tools, and gain cross-sector insight. This Year: Start an intrapreneurial initiative within your company. Identify one area where tech and sustainability intersect and champion a pilot project. 📌 Episode Overview In this special episode of the Green Building Matters Podcast, we’re coming to you from Blueprint Vegas 2025 at The Venetian, Las Vegas — the premier event on the future of the built world. With over 3,000+ attendees, 250+ speakers, and 50+ countries represented, Blueprint brings together the brightest minds in real estate, construction, technology, and sustainability. ♻️ Why Blueprint Matters for Green Building Blueprint isn’t just another real estate tech event — it’s where the future of sustainable construction and operations takes shape. From decarbonization strategies to AI-driven building management, this year’s conversations spotlight how the built world is adapting to climate goals and net-zero commitments. 🔗 Connect & Learn More Resources & Links 🌐  🎧 More episodes of the 📩 Contact us to share your green building story: [] 📖 Read the transcript: 💚 Join the Green Building Movement: ✉️ Want More Green Building Insights? Get sustainability tips 2x a week. Subscribe to our FREE newsletter here: Green Building Matters, Inc © 2025 | Good Green Fun.  

  --------  

  16:18

  --------

  16:18
• Brian Sheng on Turning Air into Water

  🎯 The Green Impact Report Quick take: This week’s episode goes beyond bricks and beams. Brian Sheng, co-founder and CEO of Aquaria, is tackling one of the planet’s most overlooked sustainability challenges: water. His team is building clean water infrastructure by literally harvesting water from air — a breakthrough that could redefine how communities access one of life’s most critical resources. 🤝 Meet Your Fellow Sustainability Champion Brian Sheng is the co-founder and CEO of Aquaria, a company pioneering atmospheric water generation at scale. A first-generation American who grew up in New York, Brian studied at Princeton before building a career as both an entrepreneur and investor in future-focused technologies. After leading Fresh, an early-stage venture firm that backed AI, climate, and government tech, Brian shifted to operating in climate innovation. At Aquaria, he’s on a mission to make reliable, abundant, and sustainable water accessible to communities everywhere. 🌱 Breaking Ground on Better Building In this episode, Brian Sheng revolutionizes traditional thinking about water and infrastructure 🧠 Key Insight #1: Water is the overlooked frontier of sustainability. The Challenge: Infrastructure projects are stalled by insufficient access to clean water. The Solution: Aquaria generates water directly from air, creating a new and abundant supply chain. ROI: Reliable, decentralized access to clean water for homes and communities, reducing strain on existing systems. 🧠 Key Insight #2: Startups can shift how infrastructure is built. The Challenge: Water infrastructure is costly, slow, and dependent on outdated systems. The Solution: Aquaria approaches water like solar — distributed, scalable, and technology-driven. ROI: Faster deployment, more resilient communities, and the potential to scale from individual homes to entire cities. 🧠 Key Insight #3: Mission-driven innovation requires intentional culture. The Challenge: Founders often struggle to balance speed with sustainable talent growth. The Solution: Brian builds teams with intentional mentorship, complementary co-founders, and a mix of in-person and distributed collaboration. ROI: A resilient, mission-aligned company culture that scales alongside the tech. 🌏 Sustainable Soundbite "We are like solar, but for water — energy from the sun, water from the air." – Brian Sheng 📌 Your Green Building Action Plan: Transform your next project with these steps: This Week: Evaluate where water access could bottleneck your building or community projects. This Quarter: Explore distributed water solutions like atmospheric generation to reduce risk. This Year: Build partnerships with innovators that scale sustainable infrastructure, not just energy, but also water. 🔗 Connect & Learn More 🌿 Access full episode resources 🗒 Read the transcript 🔗 Connect with Brian Sheng: Website:  Brian on: Brian on: Want More Green Building Insights? Get sustainability tips 2x a week. 👉 Subscribe to our FREE newsletter here: Green Building Matters, Inc © 2025 | Good Green Fun.  

  --------  

  34:26

  --------

  34:26

Mais podcasts de Arte

Podcasts em tendência em Arte

Sobre The Green Building Matters Podcast with Charlie Cichetti