In this episode of Less Talk, More Action, Joel and Owen welcome sustainability leader Anthony Guerrero to explore the challenges and opportunities in green building and urban housing. Anthony serves as the COO of Mindful MATERIALS and is the Founder of Sustainaprise. The conversation covers converting vacant office buildings into affordable residential spaces, navigating complex building regulations, and the benefits of co-living models for younger generations. Anthony also details the Mindful Materials Common Materials Framework, aiming to standardize and streamline sustainable building practices. Key takeaways include the urgent need for practical, customer-driven solutions in sustainability, the importance of holistic approaches that prioritize both people and the planet, and optimism about the growing movement toward action and transparency in the industry. Don’t miss this great conversation!

Highlights from this week’s conversation include:

• Welcome to Today’s Episode (1:02)
• Introducing Anthony Guerrero and Episode Focus (3:40)
• Discussing Housing with No Windows and Regulatory Challenges (7:26)
• Podcast Goals and Learning from Founders (11:13)
• Mindful Materials and Office Conversion Concept (15:09)
• Deep Dive into Technical Barriers to Office Conversions (19:14)
• Regulations and Realities of Living Spaces Without Windows (23:09)
• The Co-Living Model and its Potential for Young Homeownership (27:41)
• NYC Office-to-Residential Case Study and Tax Incentives (31:15)
• Mindful Materials Framework’s Industry Impact (35:37)
• The Certification Maze and Building Owner Motivations (39:23)
• Is Green Building Succeeding? Grading the Movement (43:31)
• The Need for Holistic Solutions Beyond Decarbonization (47:41)
• Optimism and Ways Listeners Can Take Action (51:01)

The nexus of business, policy, and sustainability is more divided than ever, but Less Talk, More Action is here to cut through the noise. Hosted by clean energy experts Joel Cesare and Owen Barrett, this podcast dives into the front lines of decarbonization, net-zero real estate, and entrepreneurship. Each episode features bold questions, real solutions, and stories from leaders in science, tech, and business who are taking action to make the world a better place. Join us as we move beyond talk and work toward a cleaner, net-zero future. Learn more and subscribe at www.lesstalkmoreaction.com.

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