Jacob Deva Racusin (Ra-Q-Son) is Director of Building Science and Sustainability with New Frameworks Natural Design/Build, offering services in renovation, new construction, consultation, and education. As a builder, consultant, designer, and educator, Jacob is able to merge his passions for ecological stewardship, relationship to place, and social justice. Jacob has authored two books and numerous articles, and regularly instructs on topics of building science and climate impact. An active member of the Carbon Leadership Forum, Jacob is engaged in code and policy development, professional training, and other initiatives supporting the transition to a more just industry. We chat about how natural building products and techniques can be superior to manufactured products, how a cooperative business is operated, and how solutions to problems aren’t always where you think they are. Download and use the new BEAM tool: https://www.buildersforclimateaction.org/beam-estimator.html MORE FROM JACOB httpsp://newframeworks.com/ https://www.instagram.com/newframeworks/ https://www.facebook.com/newframeworks https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacob-racusin-7a41603/ 0:00 Introduction Background 5:00 Technology Natural? 7:20 Straw Bale Assembly 16:20 Finishing Straw Bale 18:10 Range of Projects/Products 21:20 Insulation Options 27:20 Operating a Co op 35:20 Possible solutions to the housing crisis Comments are closed.
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