City of Milwaukee | Advanced Building Construction Summit

Erick Shambarger, Director of Environmental Sustainability for the City of Milwauke
Leads the Environmental Collaboration Office (formerly the Office of Environmental Sustainability), which was created by Mayor Tom Barrett to develop practical solutions that benefit Milwaukee’s environment and economy. Prior to his current role, he served as Deputy Director for 5 years, and as City Economist before that. Mr. Shambarger oversaw implementation of the Milwaukee Energy Efficiency (Me2) program and the Milwaukee Better Buildings Challenge, chaired the City’s Energy Reduction Team to reduce energy use across City operations, and promotes innovative storm water management practices and green infrastructure. Mr. Shambarger developed the idea of converting basements of abandoned properties into underground stormwater management structures called BaseTerns. He contributed to the City’s ReFresh Milwaukee sustainability plan and launched the City’s PACE financing program. He holds a Masters of Public Affairs degree from the University of Wisconsin and certificates in Water Technology and Energy Analysis and Policy.

Shilpa Sankaran, Founder of Alpha Group
A social entrepreneur who has provided communications, strategy, and technology advisory services for global brands, start-ups, and Fortune Global 1000 companies. She is an established industry expert in driving adoption of off-site construction and net zero energy building technologies. Prior to founding Alpha, Shilpa co-founded ZETA Communities, a manufacturer of net zero energy and sustainable modular buildings. She served various roles in establishing the company's operation and developed the ZETA brand as an internationally recognized industry pioneer in the space at the time. Shilpa has also served in leadership positions with key organizations to drive adoption of energy efficiency in the building industry. Shilpa is helping Erick’s team develop this program for the City of Milwaukee, including successfully gaining buy-in from key officials and developing a business plan. Shilpa holds a BBA in Marketing & Management from Wisconsin School of Business.

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1. Climate & Equity Task Force Equity Housing Sustainability C I T Y O F M I L W A U K E E | A L P H A G R O U P
2. TEAM Erick Shambarger City of Milwaukee Environmental Office of Collaboration (ECO) Ci Shilpa Sankaran Alpha Group
3. Alignment & City Support
4. Points of Discussion Introductions Vision & City Goals The Triad Definitions Success Factors Next Steps
5. Housing & Equity Challenges Energy cost burden is disproportionate for lower income neighborhoods (<50% of AMI are 27% more energy-cost burdened) Housing stock is deteriorating, unsafe, unhealthy with deferred maintenance, not climate resilient (e.g., basements and sewer system issues) Traditional construction costs too high for development in the city and difficult to finance High demand for affordable housing Lack of jobs for people of color Need to achieve City climate goals (2030 and 2040)
6. The Triad of Benefits Local off-site construction factory building ZE homes Economic Development Equitable Housing Zero Carbon Green Jobs Localized Labor Force Workforce Development Healthy Jobs Less Subject to Global Manufacturing Pressures New Construction Community Scale Energy Retrofits Lower Development Costs Rapid Deployment Healthy Housing Lower Maintenance & Energy Costs
7. Offsite Construction Benefits Quality control Weather-controlled environment Integrated design All trades under one roof Parallel production Healthy working conditions High indoor air quality & EE construction Faster deployment 70-90% less waste 5-15% cost savings Can be incrementally scaled over time
8. DEFINITIONS Goals: High Quality, Code Compliant, Efficient Manufactured HUD Code Personal Property Financing Built on a chassis Lowest quality/efficiency Least cost Panelized Local/State Code Real Property 90% Built Onsite Highest Cost Can be wood or LG Steel Most flexible design Modular Local/State Code Real Property 80% Factory-Built Cost Neutral / 100% Time Savings Wood or Steel (higher cost) Flexible design within constraints
9. 3-LEGGED STOOL Not a Project: A Sustainable Business Model Integrated A&E / Factory / General Contractor Committed Pipeline Leading City Vision, Policy, Codes 01 02 03
10. Success Factors Commitment to 5-year ramp Sufficient Financing - Factory and Project Financially Committed Partners City Commitment, Support, Resources Entrepreneurial Mindset Integrated Design Process Zero Energy Cold Climate Design/Tech Collaboration with internal and external organizations and programs and national movement
11. Attract Manufacturers / GC potential partners Issue RFI and RFP Build local and regional pipeline Engage Community Finalize workforce development plan for factory Next Steps
12. LET'S COLLABORATE! Erick Shambarger eshamb@milwaukee.gov Shilpa Sankaran shilpa@alphagroupsf.com