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Event Living Future 24


CHANGE STARTS HERE AT LIVING FUTURE 2024

 * Erin Rovalo PhD
 * December 20, 2023



At the vanguard of transformative change, architecture, engineering, and
construction (AEC) professionals, regenerative enterprise leaders, and product
manufacturers find themselves positioned at the intersection of innovation and
sustainability. The Living Future 2024 Conference (LF24), themed “Change Starts
Here,” stands as the International Living Future Institute’s annual flagship
event and a platform to explore the leading issues facing the regenerative
community today.

Serving as a dynamic platform that transcends conventional business boundaries,
LF24 is uniquely poised to offer a critical space for exploration and dialogue
on the key priorities of the regenerative movement. This annual event is more
than a conference—it is a catalyst, fostering conversations that delve into the
profound significance of both individual and collective actions in propelling
positive change within the built environment and beyond. Now more than ever,
exploring the outsize impact that one project, one product, or one organization
can have on the greater industry is critical to scaling the adoption of
regenerative practices and addressing the converging issues of climate, health,
and equity.

The theme, “Change Starts Here,” encapsulates a vision that transcends passive
sustainability and aims for regenerative practices that actively contribute to
ecological restoration. We have seen Living Buildings used as teaching tools,
mechanisms for advocacy, and paradigm-shifting design experiences. These
buildings, products, and organizations signify a departure from the status quo
and beckons professionals to be architects of positive change within their
respective spheres.

As the community celebrates wins, we also continue to grapple with key
challenges and opportunities such as materials vetting, carbon accounting,
occupant health, nature-positive solutions, and more. The conference promises an
immersive experience for exploring these questions in community—featuring an
array of sessions, workshops, and discussions that delve into regenerative
design, sustainable business practices, and innovative product solutions. It is
an opportunity for AEC professionals, regenerative enterprise leaders, and
innovative product manufacturers to converge, collaborate, and chart the course
toward a regenerative future.


EXPERIENCING THE KENDEDA BUILDING AS A LIVING EXAMPLE

One of the stars of LF24 exemplifying the theme of “Change Starts Here” will be
the Kendeda Building for Innovative Sustainable Design, the first Living
Building in Georgia and the 28th Living Building worldwide. The twin goals of
The Kendeda Foundation and Georgia Tech, when creating the Kendeda Building,
were to lead by example through demonstrating that a building can foster
regenerative systems in a mixed climate and to amplify the impact by inspiring
change on the Georgia Tech campus, across the Southeast building industry, and
the world. Individuals involved in the construction of the Kendeda Building made
deliberate choices in materials sourcing, energy systems, and water management.
These choices, when aligned with a collective vision, resulted in a structure
that not only minimizes its environmental impact but actively contributes to
ecosystem regeneration.

Kendeda Building for Innovative Sustainable Design. Photo by Justin Chan
Photography.

The Kendeda Building stands as an inspiration for professionals attending LF24,
demonstrating the tangible outcomes of integrating regenerative principles into
the built environment. LF24 attendees will spend time at the Kendeda Building,
and the partners that participated in this project will be at LF24 to talk about
their experiences and the lessons learned during the design and construction of
the Kendeda Building.

The theme “Change Starts Here” underscores the profound impact of both
individual and collective actions on driving positive change. The Kendeda
Building for Innovative Sustainable Design serves as an exemplary case and is a
living testament to the transformative power of conscious decision-making and
collaborative efforts.


ACTING LIKE A MOVEMENT TO SCALE CHANGE

At LF23, ILFI’s CEO Lindsay Baker called on the community to start acting like a
movement as a way to organize, advocate, and scale up impact on the industry. At
LF24, this regenerative movement continues to emerge and gain momentum as a
critical force propelling sustainable transformation beyond conventional
practices. Unlike traditional sustainability, which often focuses on reducing
harm, regenerative approaches seek to restore, rejuvenate, and revitalize
ecosystems affected by human activities. This movement calls for a paradigm
shift in how we conceive and execute projects, emphasizing holistic,
interconnected solutions that consider environmental, social, and economic
dimensions.

AEC professionals, regenerative enterprise leaders, and innovative product
manufacturers have a unique role to play in advancing the regenerative movement.
By adopting regenerative principles, they contribute not only to the resilience
of ecosystems but also to the well-being of communities and the longevity of
their enterprises. The Living Future 2024 Conference serves as a platform to
deepen understanding and explore practical applications of regenerative
thinking.

At LF24 we will gather together to brainstorm new ideas, learn from one another
and to be inspired.  We will discuss the hard things and share the great ideas
that will move us all forward – new ideas in materials and reuse, design
strategies and project management methods.  It is a time to build your personal
community and your professional network. Attendees will have the opportunity to
dive into the details of the Living Building Challenge, the Living Future
Accreditation program and the Declare & Just Transparency Labels. 


EMBRACING THE IMPERATIVE OF CHANGE

As we approach the Living Future 2024 Conference, the theme “Change Starts Here”
resounds as a call for this regenerative movement. It is an invitation to be at
the vanguard of the movement, to embrace regenerative principles, and to
actively contribute to the creation of a built environment that regenerates
rather than depletes.

The Kendeda Building stands as a living example of what is possible when
individual actions align with a collective vision. The Living Future 2024
Conference provides a platform for professionals to delve into regenerative
practices, collaborate on innovative solutions, and explore cutting-edge
products that pave the way toward a regenerative future.

For AEC professionals, regenerative enterprise leaders, and innovative product
manufacturers, LF24 is not just a conference; it is a convergence of minds, a
catalyst for change, and an opportunity to be part of a movement that redefines
the relationship between humanity and the environment. “Change Starts Here,” and
the journey toward a regenerative future begins with the active engagement of
each professional within these influential communities.

Register For Living Future 2024




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ERIN ROVALO PHD

As Vice President of ILFI's Community Team, Erin Rovalo leads the team in their
mission to empower an international and diverse community of practice with the
skills, values, and knowledge necessary to take bold action towards a living
future. Erin has 15 years of experience in sustainable innovation consulting and
adult education and is a recognized expert in biomimicry and nature inspired
design methods. She is an experienced scholar and researcher holding a PhD in
Design Practice and has published academic research as well as editorial
articles in Fast Company, Greenbiz, and Metropolis among others. Her goal is to
leverage ILFI’s education platform to connect research to practice and
accelerate positive, data-driven change at the frontier of regenerative design.
In addition to her role at ILFI, Erin is Faculty Associate in the MSc Biomimicry
program jointly offered by Arizona State University and Biomimicry 3.8 where she
teaches Biomimicry & Design and iSites: Nature Journaling for Biomimicry. She
serves on the Board of Directors for The Biomimicry Institute whose mission is
to empower people to create nature-inspired solutions for a healthy planet. Erin
lives in Roseville, CA and is an aspiring encaustic artist.
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