4 Weeks
·Cohort-based Course
Homeowners guide to climate resilience, with architect Jo Petroni.
4 Weeks
·Cohort-based Course
Homeowners guide to climate resilience, with architect Jo Petroni.
Course overview
Climate is undoubtedly changing, and your home is struggling to keep pace. That's understandable, considering that most of the buildings we have today were constructed with different weather patterns in mind.
Yet here we are.
Embark on a transformative journey to enhance your home's resilience in the face of climate challenges.
Explore practical and sustainable strategies that enable you to establish an eco-friendly sanctuary while making a positive impact on the environment.
01
New Homeowners
You're determined to make a resilient home and create a sturdy abode.
02
Climate-Conscious Owners
Climate change poses threats to your property and you worry about the future your loved ones will inherit
03
Resourceful Individuals
You're mindful about escalating costs and risks due to climate-related impacts. You're ready to retrofit.
Acquire the knowledge and skills to fortify your home against climate challenges, safeguarding your property and loved ones.
Discover budget-friendly strategies that save you money on utility bills and minimize repair costs.
Embrace sustainable practices to reduce your carbon footprint and positively impact the environment.
Experience year-round comfort in your climate-resilient home.
Gain actionable insights and step-by-step guidance to implement climate-resilient upgrades effectively.
Connect with like-minded individuals in a supportive community, sharing experiences and insights.
Equip yourself with lifelong skills to adapt to changing climate realities.
Climate-proof your home
Week 1
Week 1
Oct 9—Oct 15
Events
Tue, Oct 10, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM UTC
Modules
What does climate change have in stock?
Assessment of your property
Assessment of your house
Week 2
Week 2
Oct 16—Oct 22
Events
Tue, Oct 17, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM UTC
Modules
Roof, Walls, Foundation, Inside
Circularity
Efficient fixtures
Offgrid prepping
Establish an efficient network infrastructure.
Protect networks.
Choose equipment with low heat emissions
Week 3
Week 3
Oct 23—Oct 29
Events
Tue, Oct 24, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM UTC
Modules
Landscape Resilience Essentials
Soil
Water (Drought-Resistant Planting, Rainwater Harvesting)
Green everywhere
Green for soil
Green for cooling
Green as wind protection
Green for the sake of green
Urban Heat Island Effect
Fire protection gravel ditch and sprinklers
Flood protection water catchment areas
Crafting Your Resilient Landscape Plan
Week 4
Week 4
Oct 30—Oct 31
Events
Tue, Oct 31, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM UTC
Post-Course
Post-Course
Modules
A bug-out what??!
Establish an efficient network infrastructure.
Select refreshing road coverings
Protect networks.
Connect to the urban cooling network
Communicate risks to occupants (optional module on emergency prepping)
Promote social connections.
Regenerate your watershed
Activism vampirism
Bonus
Bonus
Modules
Courtney
Scott Hamilton
I am an architect specialized in green home design and passive solar strategies. That means, the things you can do to your house that don't cost money running them (unlike your aircon).
You can get to know me better here.
Strengthen your home to withstand climate changes and extreme weather events.
Implement energy and water-saving measures, reducing utility bills in the long run.
Embrace green practices that nurture both your home and the environment.
Enhance your home's marketability with eco-friendly features and certifications.
Gain actionable knowledge to apply sustainable solutions in your daily life.
01
Wildfire risk in California and flood and storm risk in Florida has already caused insurers to stop issuing new policies.
02
Climate-driven impacts on overall consumption have increased significantly, with more severe peaks in demand and cut-offs.
03
UK winters could be up to 23% wetter while summers could be up to 24% drier, with nasty knock-off effects like floods and droughts.
12:00pm - 1:00pm EST
Weekly live sessions are facilitated by experts to bring the most out of your collective experience. (Pro tip: Bring a neighbor for extra impact! See FAQ)
All through the year
The purpose of a cohort is to bring people together under the same interest or struggle. Being together in the heatwave can be powerful way to get through the worst of it. But preparing for next season can be just as powerful.
6 weeks cohort, friends for life
You can engage with the community in times of need. The purpose of this group is not only to give you technical knowlegde but to support you when you need it most.
Active hands-on learning
This course builds on live workshops and hands-on projects
Interactive and project-based
You’ll be interacting with other learners through breakout rooms and project teams
Learn with a cohort of peers
Join a community of like-minded people who want to learn and grow alongside you
Enroll now to transform your living space, fortify against climate challenges, and create a greener future for your family and the planet.