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The 21 Key Mindset Shifts Needed for Solving the 21st Century

In a world teetering on the brink of ecological overhaul, the 21st century presents a mosaic of challenges that demand not just change but a metamorphosis of our very approach to life, infrastructure, and the economy. In this session, we’ll embark on a thought-provoking journey through 21 Key Mindset Shifts that will change how to approach sustainability and necessary for solving the most pressing issues of our time.

Imagine a future where our infrastructure isn’t just a tool but a treasure, where carbon footprints become more than just numbers—they become our nemesis. Picture a society where nature isn’t just a backdrop but a blueprint. Such mindset shifts will be useful and practical for your current projects.

This talk isn’t just about identifying problems—it’s about incubating solutions.

Join us in exploring these transformative mindsets, moving us into a new growth mindset. Together, we can shift our perspectives and unlock the doors to a sustainable future.

Eric Corey Freed is an award-winning architect, author, and global speaker. As Principal and Director of Sustainability for CannonDesign, he leads the healthcare, education, and commercial teams toward low-carbon, healthy, regenerative buildings for over 30 million square feet a year. For two decades, he was Founding Principal of organicARCHITECT, a visionary design leader in biophilic and regenerative design. His past roles include Vice President of the International Living Future Institute and Chief Community Officer of EcoDistricts, both nonprofits pushing innovative new paradigms for deep green buildings and communities. He serves on the board of Design Museum Everywhere, whose mission is to “bring the transformative power of design to all.”Eric is the author of 12 books, including “Green Building & Remodeling for Dummies” and “Circular Economy for Dummies.” In 2012, he was named one of the 25 “Best Green Architecture Firms” in the US and one of the “Top 10 Most Influential Green Architects.” In 2017, he was named one of Build’s American Architecture Top 25. He holds a prestigious LEED Fellow award from the US Green Building Council.