Mina Hasman

Mina Hasman, Sustainability Director at Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, champions innovative low-carbon designs in architecture. She delves into the Urban Sequoia concept, envisioning buildings that emulate trees through biogenic materials and carbon capture. Discussion includes the transformative potential of algae-based concrete and direct air capture technology. Mina emphasizes the importance of integrating beauty with sustainability and stresses the need for regulations to elevate industry standards. Her insights illuminate the path toward greener building practices.