“Going for Zero” (Carbon): A Panel and Book Signing

What has to change for Chicago to GET TO ZERO Carbon?

CAM is honored to host Carl Elefant FAIA author of the book “Going for Zero” for a provocative discussion on what the architecture, development, and preservation communities in Chicago need to do differently to get to zero carbon. Known worldwide for coining the phrase “the greenest building . . . is one that is already built” Carl will be joined by respondents Bonnie McDonald, and other surprise guests. Interested in buying a signed copy of the book? Come early or stick around.

From Carl's Website:

Going for Zero offers a decidedly alternative viewpoint informed by Carl Elefante’s career prioritizing the stewardship of existing buildings and applying the lessons embedded in built heritage. It presents a path forward to the secure, just, abundant, and resilient urban future humanity demands.

Headlining Panelist

Carl Elefante FAIA, FAPT

Known worldwide for coining the phrase: “the greenest building is…one that is already built,” Carl Elefante is Principal Emeritus with Quinn Evans, the 2024 recipient of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Firm Award, where he practiced architecture at the intersection of historic preservation and sustainable design. In 2018, Carl served as President of AIA, the culmination of many leadership positions in architecture, historic preservation, and sustainable design organizations. In 2023, Carl was the inaugural visiting scholar at the University of Notre Dame Michael Christopher Duda Center for Preservation, Resilience, and Sustainability. Carl is a Senior Fellow with Architecture 2030 and a charter member of the Climate Heritage Network. Carl is a Fellow of both the AIA and Association for Preservation Technology International (APT).

CLICK HERE to read more about Carl Elefante

If you'd like to purchase your book ahead of time from the publisher, we can get you a discount code. Reach out to us after you've purchased your ticket and we'll send you the code for a 20% discount. Contact us at: [email protected]

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Chicago Climate Action Museum, 300 S Riverside Plaza, Chicago, United States