#039 - Alfonso Hernandez: How Gensler Uses AI & Data to Build Greener Cities

How can technology help us design buildings that stand the test of time?  🌍 Alfonso Hernandez is Sustainability Director at Gensler, the world’s largest architectural firm, where he focuses on decarbonization, resilience, and future-proofing buildings. Using computational tools like energy modeling and daylight optimization, Alfonso describes his work as creating a “cone of certainty” to guide design decisions. We’ll talk about how software is reshaping architecture, why developers now see sustainability as a selling point, and how balancing upfront costs with long-term impacts is key to smarter design. If you want the list of the best software tools that he recommends at the end of the episode, leave a comment and I’ll send it to you. To explore more about Alfonso Hernandez and his work, you can follow him on Linkedin and Instagram. You can also visit Gensler’s website, LinkedIn and Instagram. Join me, Ladina, on this green journey, and don't forget to subscribe for more insightful conversations about sustainable living and architecture and drop us a review. If you have suggestions for future guests or topics, I'd love to hear from you on my socials! Let's explore the world of green architecture, one conversation at a time. Contact:  Ladina ⁠⁠@ladinaschoepf⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠buildinggreenshow.com Produced by: ⁠⁠marketyourarchitecture.com⁠