Sustainability is an essential subject in the architecture, engineering, and construction industry—it’s never been more important to grasp sustainable building practices and design concepts than it is today. 

To help support your professional growth in this area, we teamed up with the “Practice Disrupted” podcast––hosted by Practice of Architecture Founder Evelyn Lee and Apostrophe Consulting Founder Je’Nen Chastain, MBA, Assoc. AIA––to offer two audio-based continuing education (CE) courses for architects who want to be leaders in climate action. Simply pick a course (or choose both!), listen to the podcast recording, and pass a short quiz on the content to earn Health, Safety, and Welfare (HSW) credit. 

Part 1: Leading on Climate Action for a Positive Future | 1.5 HSW LU


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Part one of this climate action CE series features a conversation on the "Practice Disrupted" podcast, alongside the “Design the Future” podcast co-hosts Living Future CEO Lindsay Baker and Principal/Founder of Kira Gould CONNECT Kira Gould, Hon. AIA. In the episode, they dive into different perspectives on climate-responsive design and the evolving role of architects in addressing global environmental challenges. By listening, you’ll also learn practical tips for balancing client needs with climate responsibility, hear how different firms are tackling climate issues, and explore the role of advocacy in shaping a greener built environment. Learn more > 

Part 2: Leading on Climate Action Through Adaptation | 1.5 HSW LU

In part two of this podcast series adapted for continuing education, you’ll gain insights into the practical application of climate-responsive design, the importance of regenerative practices, and the evolving role of architects in leading community resilience and sustainability efforts. This episode includes a conversation with Illya Azaroff, FAIA, an internationally recognized leader in disaster mitigation, adaptation, regenerative design, and resilient planning strategies. Throughout the conversation, Illya shares his extensive experience working on climate-responsive design projects and his role as the founding director of PlusLab Architect––an organization focused on building resilient capacity and advancing sustainable, regenerative futures while giving underserved communities greater visibility. Learn more > 


Explore 20+ sustainability courses from industry experts at ncarb.ce.org—free for NCARB Certificate holders and $25 for non-certified architects.