Locally Grown Homes: Buildings As a Climate Solution seminar

The Building & Construction Technology Program at UMass Amherst will host a Locally Grown Homes: Buildings As a Climate Solution seminar at the Olver Design Building on April 28^th at 4 pm

Greg Bossie, Designer and President of Rare Forms Design/Build in Easthampton is an experienced craftsman and business owner.

During this presentation he will illustrate how locally sourced and biogenic building materials are transforming the construction industry into a driver of climate solutions.

Bossie’s lecture explores the potential of straw insulated structural panels (S-SIPs) and other biogenic building materials to reduce carbon emissions, promote housing equity, and support local economies.

The presentation will also discuss how biogenic building materials contribute to creating high-performance, healthy, and affordable homes, while addressing global environmental challenges.