#58 - Jeff Colley: Navigating Sustainability Challenges – Building Performance, Regulatory Evolution, and Global Perspectives

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This episode emphasises the vital connection between indoor air quality and building sustainability, featuring insights from expert Jeff Colley. The discussion covers advancements in air-tightness standards, the importance of empirical data, the challenges of communication in the industry, and the necessity for robust regulatory frameworks that promote sustainable building practices.
• Discussion of the evolution of sustainability and air quality standards
• Importance of air-tightness tests in improving indoor air quality
• Need for greater transparency and data-driven decision-making in the industry
• Examination of the government's role in promoting sustainable building practices
• Challenges of greenwashing and superficial claims in construction
• Emphasis on the interconnectedness of air quality and societal norms
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Chapters

1. Sustainability Progress in Construction Industry (00:00:00)

2. Challenges in Sustainability Implementation (00:13:12)

3. Global Development and Sustainability Challenges (00:27:03)

4. Building Regulations and Industry Evolution (00:32:34)

5. Construction Industry Adaptation to Sustainability (00:43:46)

6. Industry Change Through Bold Communication (00:52:24)

7. Passion for Sustainable Building Stories (01:08:04)

8. Building Performance Data and Post-Occupancy Analysis (01:19:50)

9. Future of Sustainable Construction Movement (01:29:06)