Free Lecture: Human Habitat – The Evolution of Efficiency Abby Thompson Enroll in Human Habitat: The Evolution of Efficiency today! “You can judge your impact on the planet by how much energy you use.” Chris Dorsi characterizes a dozen countries around the world in terms of electricity consumption, or kWh per year. Dorsi argues that you can continue to enjoy the creature comforts we’ve come to expect in the United States with a smaller footprint and that conservation efforts make economic sense. Taking the SBA Exam? Prepare with Ann Edminster’s FREE Practice Questions About Instructor Chris Dorsi – Founder, Habitat X Chris Dorsi is the founder of Habitat X. He’s spent the last 40 years developing best practices for the housing industry, writing and publishing respected books and technical curricula, running a successful construction company, and working as a real estate developer. Chris is the co-author of ‘Residential Energy: Cost Savings and Comfort for Existing Buildings’, the Homeowner’s Handbook to Energy Efficiency, and other respected titles on sustainable design and construction. Chris’ upcoming book, ‘Human Habitat’, is due on the shelves in 2016, and reports from the intersection of housing, culture, and environment. Secure your seat in the next session of Ann Edminster’s Sustainable Building Advisor course! Spend eight weeks learning from sustainable building expert Ann Edminster, while earning AIA continuing education credits. Building Performance Sustainable Building Originally posted on November 25, 2015 Written by Abby Thompson Abby is HeatSpring's Product Marketing Manager located in Boston, Massachusetts. She is passionate about people and education, particularly in diversifying the burgeoning fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Abby works with instructors to build new courses and engages with our community of students and experts through HeatSpring Magazine and social media. More posts by Abby