Our built world is a leading contributor to global carbon emissions, generating 39% of human-made CO2, according to Architecture 2030. Of that, 28% currently comes from building operations, while 11% comes from building materials and the construction process. In fact, experts estimate that production and use of concrete, iron, and steel for construction account for 9% of global carbon emissions alone. READ MORE >

2020 is no ordinary year, and AU 2020 will be no ordinary AU conference. It will be a global digital experience for the worldwide AU learning community to come together in new ways for four days of learning, connecting, and exploring the future of our industries. We’ll be able to share knowledge and build community—and in more languages than ever before. We want you to be a part of it. Here’s what you need to know. READ MORE >

3D printing and other digital processes are introducing greater agility and flexibility to manufacturing. Traditional manufacturing lines have been far from agile—though carefully planned, hard to change. Efficient? Yes, but primarily because they specialize in making the same thing in the same way over and over. Today, new fabrication processes and digital workflows are changing what’s possible, enabling manufacturers to adapt quickly and pivot easily to meet changing needs and dynamic conditions. And given the current global disruption, that’s more important than ever. READ MORE >

Call for Proposals for this year’s digital AU experience is open and going strong. Thanks to everyone who has submitted so far. READ MORE >

This interview is part of a series featuring the members of our diverse AU community, from speakers and conference attendees to forum participants and online commenters. You are AU. READ MORE >