NYC Mass Timber Studio: Advancing Sustainable Development

Wed Apr 10 11:30 AM — 11:50 AM (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time New York Hilton Midtown - Level 3, Americas Hall I - Area B

Type Open to All Attendees Special Program

Mass timber construction has emerged as a revolutionary force for constructing eco-friendly, resilient, and aesthetically captivating buildings. As part of the City's decarbonization efforts, the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) launched the NYC Mass Timber Studio, a technical assistance program to support mass timber development projects in the early phases of project planning and design. Expanding the use of mass timber is a critical component to achieving the City's carbon reduction targets. Hear from leaders at NYCEDC about how this program is helping to advance innovative applications of mass timber across a variety of product types. Whether you're a designer seeking inspiration, a developer exploring sustainable building solutions, or a policymaker helping shape the future of urban planning, this session promises to inspire and inform. Join us as we journey through the cutting-edge of mass timber construction, where creativity, sustainability, and technical advancements converge to build a brighter, greener future for generations to come.

Speakers

Presenter

Gizem Karagoz

Senior Project Manager, Climate Innovation & Green Economy New York City Economic Development Corporation

Gizem Karagoz is a Senior Project Manager of the New York City Economic Development’s Green Economy team. She leads industry innovation initiatives related to circular construction, low carbon construction materials, and climate tech/proptech piloting.

Presenter

Ms. Nicole Spina

Vice President, Climate Innovation & Industry Development New York City Economic Development Corporation

Nicole Spina is Vice President of the New York City Economic Development Corporation’s Climate Innovation & Industry Development team. She leads innovation programs to address our most pressing climate challenges and help shape a NYC economy that is more inclusive and sustainable. Her portfolio focuses on building decarbonization, materials innovation, and enabling a circular economy.

Presenter

Momo Sun

Regional Director WoodWorks – Wood Products Council

Momo is passionate about building sustainable structures and enjoys helping developers and design teams find elegant wood solutions that are also cost effective. A licensed Professional Engineer in New York and Ontario, she received her M.Eng. in Civil Engineering from MIT and a BASc from the University of Toronto. Prior to WoodWorks, Momo worked as a structural engineering consultant with an expertise in mass timber.