Habitable

Excited to share Habitable's 2024 Year in Review! This transformative year marked an evolution from Healthy Building Network to Habitable, reflecting our expanded mission to create a materials economy in balance with Earth's natural systems. Here are some highlights from our memorable year: 🏗️ Released a policy brief revealing the building sector as the second-largest global consumer of plastics 🤝 Launched new and growing partnerships with @Beyond Petrochemicals, @CooperCarry, and others to tackle systemic challenges 🌎 Expanded our team and research footprint, positioning Habitable at the forefront of connecting building materials to planetary health As we approach our 25th anniversary in 2025, we're energized by the progress and partnerships that will help create a more sustainable, equitable future. 🌟 Read our full Year in Review here: https://bit.ly/4j1uXAK #SustainableConstruction #PlanetaryHealth #GreenBuilding #Sustainability

The holiday season reminds us of what truly matters: the legacy we leave for future generations. At Habitable, we believe the greatest gifts we can give are those that benefit generations to come: clean air, pure water, healthy soil, and a stable climate. 🎁 As we look toward 2025, we remain committed to creating innovative solutions that protect both human and environmental health. Here's wishing you a joyful holiday season and a sustainable new year. Together, we can build a future where prosperity and planetary health go hand in hand. 🌱 🌎 🫱🏻🫲🏽

Just in time for the holiday season, we're excited to share Informed's latest guidance on healthier window selection. 🪟 https://bit.ly/4gKF4bb This resource empowers architecture and design professionals to choose windows that minimize impacts on both human health and environmental wellbeing. As we close out 2024, this guidance represents another step forward in creating buildings that work better for people and our planet. Whether you're planning projects for 2025 or wrapping up current work, step up from red-ranked products to select building materials that prioritize health and environmental stewardship. 🌿 🏢 🌎 #HealthyBuildings #SustainableDesign #MaterialHealth #Architecture

As global leaders in sustainability, science, and policy convene at #INC5 to discuss the nuances of a #GlobalPlasticsTreaty, we urge them not to overlook the built environment - the #2 consuming-sector of plastics, behind packaging. Our recent policy brief provides the data decision-makers need to ensure the built environment is included in international plastic reduction efforts. Download the brief: https://bit.ly/49fy0kk #PlasticReduction #SustainableBuilding #PlasticsTreaty

🌱 This #BlackFriday, let's reimagine what the holiday shopping season can be. While retailers focus on doorbusters and deals, Habitable is exploring how to transform this consumption-driven season into something more meaningful. Our new 'Green' Friday blog is your go-to guide for thoughtful alternatives that support local communities, protect our environment, and create lasting memories with loved ones. Ready to start a new tradition? Read the blog: https://bit.ly/4eOWty6 #GreenFriday #MeaningfulGiving #CommunityFirst #SustainableFuture

As we gather to give thanks today, the Habitable team is reflecting on the wisdom that has always existed in how humans relate to our earth. We acknowledge the Indigenous peoples who have long understood and practiced the principles of circular economies and sustainable stewardship of resources--wisdom that guides our work today. 🌎 We're deeply grateful for the community that makes our mission possible: 👫 Dedicated staff who pour their creativity and passion into reimagining a healthier materials economy 💫 Visionary funders who believe in the possibility of transformation 🤝 Partners who collaborate with us in building new systems and solutions 💗 Families and loved ones who support us in this vital work Most importantly, we're thankful for the growing recognition that the health of our communities and our planet are inseparable. As we work to rebalance our relationship with materials and resources, we carry forward lessons from those who have long understood this fundamental connection. Happy Thanksgiving 🦃

⏰ There's still time! Join us tomorrow for a critical conversation about plastic use in construction. Industry experts will present groundbreaking new research on: 🏗️ The built environment's role in the global plastics crisis 💡 Key opportunities for systemic change 🌎 Environmental justice implications ✅ Action steps for industry leaders Register now to be part of the solution! https://bit.ly/3CoQMJH #Sustainability #Construction #PlasticPollution #ClimateAction

Thank you Enterprise Community Partners for featuring Habitable's CEO Gina Ciganik as one of their Resilient 7. 👏 Read about Gina's story here: http://bit.ly/3Z3Hvzz #GreenBuilding #BuiltEnvironment #AffordableHousing #WomenLeaders

Whew! 😅 What a week... The Habitable team was out in full force at conferences across the country! Gina Ciganik shared our vision at CREtech and Priya Premchandran inspired audiences with mindful MATERIALS while Teresa McGrath shared her expertise at Greenbuild International Conference & Expo. Proud to see our team leading discussions on creating healthier spaces. Here's to making real change happen! 🌱

👏 Congrats Bethanie Carney Almroth and Veena Singla on their letter in Science Magazine including global #PlasticsTreaty recommendations to include plastics in buildings and construction. 🏗️ 🏭 🌎 Hear from Veena, our incredible co-author, next week on Habitable's webinar where she'll be presenting new research from our upcoming policy brief. ➡️ Register today! https://bit.ly/3CoQMJH #INC5 #GlobalPlasticsTreaty #PlasticPollution #PlasticReduction #GreenBuilding