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Advice For People Entering The Green Building Industry

Does this story feel relatable to you and where you’re at in life right now?

Amma Calhoun

Amma Calhoun

Building Energy Analyst

BlocPower

In sixth grade, I learned about reduce, reuse, recycle, and I was like, ‘Okay, I definitely want to save the planet one day.'

About Amma

  • After learning about reduce, reuse, recycle in the sixth grade, I realized that I wanted to work to save the planet.
  • In high school, I set my sights on architectural engineering as my future major because it combined creative design with the more practical engineering aspect.
  • I earned my bachelor’s degree in architectural engineering followed by a master’s degree in environmental technology and sustainability.
  • After completing my master’s degree, I became a NYSERDA clean energy intern.
  • I was hired by BlocPower as a building energy analyst, where I work to help upgrade buildings to be greener and healthier.