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The Impact Series: Nathan Good


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 “The battle to prevent climate change… may already be lost.” In this episode of The Impact Series, Mike Collignon sits down with Nathan Good—renowned sustainable architect and early LEED pioneer—to confront a shift the industry doesn’t want to admit: It’s no longer just about sustainability. It’s about survival. 

From wildfires to hurricanes to prolonged power outages, the conversation is changing—from efficiency to resilience. But the market isn’t keeping up. 

In this episode: 

• Why climate-responsive design is no longer optional 

• The disconnect between high-performance homes and mass-market building 

• How affordability is slowing progress toward resilient housing 

• The role of insurance, disasters, and risk in shaping the future of housing 

• Why most homeowners don’t even know what they’re missing 

And one uncomfortable reality: We’re still building homes for a world that no longer exists. This conversation challenges the entire premise of modern housing—and what it needs to become next. Watch the full conversation. Then ask yourself: is your home built for the future… or the past? 

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