Best Leed Certification Podcasts (2025)

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Designing for All the Carbons — with Kristy Walson (Branch Pattern, LEED Fellow) 45:59

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Mechanical engineer turned sustainability leader Kristy Walson (Principal, Branch Pattern; LEED Fellow) joins Clear Haze Exchange to break down decarbonization in plain language. We talk operational carbon, embodied carbon, and refrigerants, why energy modeling matters, how to start with utility data, and why lease language can block building upgra…

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From Plastic Waste to Planet-Safe Labs — with Greg Kwak of Diversified Biotech 45:24

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In this episode of Clear Haze Exchange, Marcus Hazelwood sits down with Greg Kwak, Vice President of Business & Product Development at Diversified Biotech, a Massachusetts-based company leading the charge toward sustainable lab consumables. Greg shares how PlanetSafe, their plant-based alternative to traditional lab plastics, is reshaping research …

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Family, Focus & Making Complex Systems Simple — with Janelle Ball 36:29

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This episode of Clear Haze Exchange is extra special—Marcus sits down with his sister Janelle Ball, founder and CEO of BC Educators and host of That’s Derm Good Podcast. Janelle helps dermatology practices across the country get patients the right treatments faster. She shares how she built her company, how patient access works behind the scenes, a…

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Profitable Sustainability: Dr. Eric Woodroof on Making Energy Efficiency Work for Everyone 43:19

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In this episode of Clear Haze Exchange, host Marcus Hazelwood sits down with Dr. Eric Woodroof, founder of Profitable Green Solutions and creator of multiple industry certifications, including programs under the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE). Dr. Woodroof has trained thousands of Certified Energy Managers (CEMs) around the world—including M…

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Decarbonizing Labs: Inside the Labs2Zero Movement with Alison Farmer 43:55

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Kalpana Sutaria on 'Cooling Our Environment' and Inspiring Action 37:43

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On this episode of Clear Haze Exchange, Marcus Hazelwood sits down with architect, author, and environmental advocate Kalpana Sutaria to explore the intersection of design, policy, and climate action. Drawing on her upbringing in India, decades of work in Austin, and her book Cooling Our Environment, Kalpana shares how passive design strategies, co…

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Trash to Treasure: Educating with Innovation 40:13

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In this episode, we explore the groundbreaking initiative of turning waste into educational opportunities. Discover how discarded materials are being transformed into sustainable school buildings, providing hope and education to underserved communities. Join us as we delve into the stories of those making a difference and the students whose lives a…

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Engineering Climate-Resilient Buildings: CIBSE on Policy, Standards, and Net Zero 48:41

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In this episode, Marcus Hazelwood sits down with Anastasia Mylona, Technical Director at CIBSE (Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers), to explore how building services engineering is shaping a sustainable future. Anastasia shares her insights on developing UK’s Part O regulations to address overheating in new dwellings, the growing …

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Designing Through the Haze: Michael De Luca on Architecture, Empathy, and Impact 47:25

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In this inspiring episode of Clear Haze Exchange, architectural designer and influencer Michael De Luca joins us to share his creative journey into the world of architecture. From his early passion for design to his commitment to sustainability and community impact, Michael offers a thoughtful look into the evolving role of environmental design in …

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Lessons Learned from Energy and Sustainability Industry Leaders 24:02

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Episode 9 of Clear Haze Exchange, host Marcus Hazelwood reflects on the insightful conversations held in Season One. Starting with Mohamed “Mo” El-Sayed, he and Marcus discuss the importance of effective communication in the field of energy engineering. Mo explains why clear communication is as vital as technical expertise. Another standout guest, …

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From Design to Operation: Leveraging Energy Modeling for Sustainable Building Design feat. Matthew Duffy 45:26

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Energy modeling is a crucial tool for decarbonizing the built environment, from analyzing energy consumption to informing design decisions. In Episode 8 of Clear Haze Exchange, Matthew Hazelwood welcomes Matthew Duffy, Vice President of IESVE Sales North America East at IES Ltd., to the podcast. With over 15 years of experience in sustainability an…

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The Power of Storytelling in Environmental Advocacy feat. Bertie Stephens 45:00

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Clean Planet Group is on a mission to turn the tide on plastic waste—with a mix of creativity, innovation, and bold action! In Episode 7 of Clear Haze Exchange, host Marcus Hazelwood welcomes Bertie Stephens, the CEO and board member of Clean Planet Group. Whether it’s sparking young minds through storytelling, transforming unrecyclable plastics in…

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Sustainable Solutions: Bridging Food Waste and Energy Efficiency feat. Yolanda Owens 48:30

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In Episode 6 of Clear Haze Exchange, host Marcus Hazelwood is joined by guest Yolanda Owens, Executive Director of Local Matters, who emphasizes that sustainability involves understanding how to utilize the resources we currently have to ensure a viable world for the next generation. As a Buckeye from Columbus, Ohio, Yolanda brings her unique persp…

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The Importance of Resilience and Sustainability in Design feat. Alan Scott 42:41

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In this episode of Clear Haze Exchange, Marcus Hazelwood speaks with Alan Scott, the Director of Sustainability at Intertek. With a dynamic career as a registered architect and project manager in various architectural firms, Alan shares insights into his career evolution from the creative side of architecture to a managerial role focused on sustain…

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Building a Sustainable Future: Marcus Hazelwood's Career Path feat. Stephanie Hazelwood 43:17

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Marcus Hazelwood invites his wife, Stephanie Hazelwood, to the Clear Haze Exchange podcast, and a unique turn of events occurs: Marcus gets interviewed instead of being the interviewee. The couple discusses the evolution of his career, the risks they’ve taken, and the insights gained through their shared experiences. Stephanie brings a fresh perspe…

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The Role of Integrative Design in Sustainable Projects feat. Chad Edwards 37:20

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Architects have a key role in a project's construction or regenerative support. Chad Edwards, a principal at Emersion DESIGN, joins the Clear Haze Exchange podcast to discuss the value of collaborative design in creating highly sustainable and cost-effective buildings. Sustainable design has traditionally focused on meeting specific standards and c…

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Technology for Good: Navigating the Path to Net Zero feat. Mahesh Ramanujam 44:07

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Mahesh Ramanujam, co-founder, President, and CEO of the Global Network for Zero (GNFZ), joins the Clear Haze Exchange podcast to discuss how technology can be either an enabler or a differentiator. Mahesh begins by explaining how the evolution of technology has led to significant advancements in energy efficiency, automation, and data management, w…

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The Key to Sustainable Building Solutions and Leadership in Engineering feat. Mohamed El-Sayed 36:36

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Marcus Hazelwood invites Mo El-Sayed to discuss leadership, effective communication, and retro-commissioning. Mo’s experiences in energy engineering and leading EA Energy Solutions are potent reminders that retro-commissioning and effective communication remain a key strategy in the quest for energy-efficient buildings as sustainable practices cont…

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Who is Marcus Hazelwood? Welcome to Clear Haze Exchange 2:00

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In an era where climate change and environmental degradation are pressing concerns, the need for sustainability has never been more urgent. However, the complexity surrounding sustainability and energy efficiency leaves people feeling overwhelmed and confused. This is where the mission of podcasts like "Clear Haze Exchange" becomes invaluable. Host…