BuildingWell, the new podcast from New Ecology, deep-dives into the past, present, and future of sustainable development in affordable housing. Hear inspiring stories, real-life case studies, and innovations in technologies and incentives for sustainable homes and equitable Communities. We’re building well, together.
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New episodes are released on the last Thursday of each month!
Episode 8: The Expanding Influence of Spray Foam Insulation with Kevin Collins
In this episode, our hosts have a frank conversation about spray foam insulation. Project Manager Kevin Collins talks about his own experience using spray foam in practice and in design. We discuss the technical ins and outs of spray foam,…
BONUS! Episode 7 Recap: Bonus Banter by BuildingWell
Join hosts Michelle Moran and Alina Michelewicz for Bonus Banter by BuildingWell; a quick post-episode discussion and recap of Episode 7. How important is insulation? It’s something that we tend to think about when the weather gets colder, but many…
Episode 7: Is Boston the New Memphis? Energy Modeling for an Uncertain Future with Ching-Wen Hsiao & Paul Eddowes
For many, predicting the future seems like a task reserved for prophets and clairvoyants. It’s no wonder, then, that energy modelers, lacking such all-seeing abilities, struggle to forecast a building’s future performance. Join hosts Alina and Michelle as they engage…
BONUS! Episode 6 Recap: Bonus Banter by BuildingWell
Join hosts Michelle Moran and Alina Michelewicz for Bonus Banter by BuildingWell; a quick post-episode discussion and recap of Episode 6. Should you be afraid of your house? Can you trust the products you buy for and use in your…
Episode 6: The Connection Between Home & Health with Kristin Glossner
Is your home making you sick? In this episode, healthy homes expert Kristin Glossner explains the importance of healthy materials and the incorporation of nature into the built environment—the place where we spend 90% of our time. Kristin takes hosts Michelle…
Episode 5: The Juiciness of Decarbonizing Domestic Hot Water with Neil Donnelly & Charlie Simek
Join host Alina Michelewicz and co-host Michelle Moran for their deep-dive into hot water. In this episode, Neil Donnelly and Charlie Simek, Energy Engineers at New Ecology specializing in data-focused decarbonization planning and building system optimization, follow up on their…
BONUS! Episode 5 Recap: Bonus Banter by BuildingWell
Join hosts Michelle Moran and Alina Michelewicz for Bonus Banter by BuildingWell; a quick post-episode discussion and recap of Episode 5. Are we using hot water in buildings differently now than we were 40 years ago? How can owners use…
BONUS! Episode 4 Recap: Bonus Banter by BuildingWell
Join hosts Michelle Moran and Alina Michelewicz for Bonus Banter by BuildingWell; a quick post-episode discussion and recap of Episode 4. Why is it important to decarbonize existing buildings? What tools do owners need to make the most significant environmental…
Episode 4: The Role of Existing Buildings in a Green World (or Functional Medicine for Buildings) with Marty Josten & Pat Coleman
Join host Michelle Moran and co-host Alina Michelewicz for a deep dive into decarbonization. In this episode, Marty Josten and Pat Coleman, two leaders at New Ecology specializing in making existing buildings sustainable, explain what it takes to transform our…
Episode 3: What Makes a Building Green? With Joshua Galloway & L.J. Eldredge
What exactly is a green building? What does it mean for a building to be green certified? How do building occupants and members of a community experience green and sustainable features? In this episode, host Alina Michelewicz and co-host Michelle…
Episode 2: Pathways for Entering the Green Building Field with Lisa Reed & Michelle Moran
In this episode host Alina Michelewicz engages co-host Michelle Moran and New Ecology Project Manager Lisa Reed in an open conversation about their journey into the green building industry. They share insights into the challenges they’ve faced and reflect on…
Episode 1: The Past, Present, and Future of Green Innovation & Sustainable Community Development with Ed Connelly
In our premier episode, we interviewed New Ecology President Ed Connelly upon his retirement about his experiences in sustainable development over the past 20 years, and how he sees the field progressing in the next 20 years. Recorded on December…