Buildings, Energy and Decarbonization

Explore a comprehensive lecture on buildings, energy, and decarbonization presented by Peter Rumsey, CEO and Founder of Point Energy Innovations, as part of Stanford University's Understand Energy course. Delve into the intricacies of energy usage in buildings, embodied and operational decarbonization strategies, and the barriers to implementation. Gain insights into efficiency measures, electrification processes, and renewable energy integration in the built environment. Examine real-world case studies that demonstrate successful decarbonization efforts. Enhance your understanding of sustainable building practices and their role in addressing climate change through this informative one-hour presentation.

Introduction
How Energy Is Used in Buildings
Embodied Decarbonization
Operational Decarbonization
-Efficiency
-Electrification
- Renewable Energy
Barriers to Decarbonization
Case Studies