Explore the initiatives carried out by the AIA to implement its high performance policy statement, which calls for a reduction of 50percent fossil fuel energy use by 2010 and buildings to be carbon neutral by 2030. This statement has been adopted in two resolutions by the Congress of Mayors in order to green cities and is also being presented to the state and federal agencies.

   Learning objectives:

• Identify and explain advocacy techniques executed by the AIA
• Analyze the process for implementing key environmental and political initiatives
• Describe key principles and recommendations for addressing energy reduction issues on a regional, community, and architectural scale