Presenters:

Jane Turville, Writer, Director, Producer

Moderator:

Regina Hauser, The Natural Step Network US

The documentary film “The Greenest Building” demonstrates how renovation and adaptive reuse of existing structures fully achieves the sustainability movement’s “triple bottom line” - economic, social, and ecological balance.  After viewing the film, participants will use Natural Step methodology and an ordinary empty building from their community (former grocery store, retail front, etc) to explore the role of existing built fabric in a “Restorative Civilization.” This session is open to anyone interested in a stronger understanding of the connection between reuse of buildings and triple bottom line sustainability.

Session Format:  BREAKOUT SESSION

Presenter Bios

Jane Turville
Writer, Director, Producer Jane Turville previously co-produced the documentary “A Passion For Sustainability” which aired on over 150 PBS stations nationwide.  Jane has also worked as the Development Director at the Northwest Earth Institute, a nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring people to take responsibility for Earth.  She is the author of seven award-winning screenplays, and has written, produced and directed four short films.  Before her writing/film career, Jane worked as a project manager in several Portland-based architectural offices and did an extensive internship with the National Trust in London, England.  Jane holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree from the University of Oregon.

Regina Hauser
Regina Hauser, has been the executive director of The Natural Step Network since 2002. Prior to her work with TNSN, she was a partner at the law firm of Schwabe Williamson and Wyatt.  She received her law degree from Santa Clara University and her bachelors degree from University of Washington.  Regina will also act as a presenter.