Driving Sustainability with Autodesk: Tools for Low-Carbon Design

The Stanford Building Decarbonization Learning Accelerator (BDLA) hosts workshops for professors and other interested professionals who are interested in learning about building decarbonization, incorporating the BDLA teaching materials into their existing curriculum, or developing a new building decarbonization course.

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September 25, 2025 11am-12pm PT

Autodesk’s sustainability solutions give architects and designers practical tools to reduce carbon emissions through smart design choices. Using Autodesk Forma and Insight, users can access features like custom dashboards, quantitative metrics, carbon factors, and reliable benchmarks. These tools help analyze project data and support decisions that lower carbon impact throughout each stage of design. Autodesk also makes reporting easier by connecting directly to the AIA’s Design Data Exchange through BIM integration, supporting firms in tracking and submitting their progress toward the AIA 2030 Commitment. As sustainability becomes a standard part of practice, Autodesk’s platform will continue to expand the role of integrated sustainability data, helping teams make better choices with the technology they already use.

Speaker Bio:

César Escalante, AIA, LEED AP

César is a California architect and works as Technical Marketing Manager at Autodesk, where he serves as a global spokesperson for building products innovation. He teaches BIM at Stanford University and chairs the national AIA Technology in Architectural Practice (TAP) knowledge. César has driven large-scale BIM strategies and held roles at top firms, including Gensler and HOK. His project portfolio features the $12 billion Santa Clara City Center, Salt Lake City International Airport, and major Apple and Salesforce campuses. He is a frequent speaker on technology’s impact on design.