Julia Hustwit

Julia Hustwit serves as an Adjunct Lecturer for Real Estate Development at Tulane University, bringing extensive expertise in climate change, affordable housing, and community development through her dual career as an architect and nonprofit executive. Her federal experience includes senior advisory roles under three US Presidents at the Department of Housing & Urban Development and Department of Energy, plus transition team support for President Biden and NYC Mayor Adams.

Her academic credentials include:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture & Environmental Policy from Carnegie Mellon University
• Master’s Degree in International Development from the University of Pittsburgh

Hustwit’s research integrates sustainable built environments with social equity, focusing on climate-resilient housing solutions and policy frameworks for vulnerable communities. Her work bridges architectural practice with federal policy development, particularly in energy-efficient multifamily housing and post-disaster community rebuilding initiatives.

Through independent consulting, she provides strategic guidance to government agencies and nonprofits on housing policy implementation. Her professional trajectory demonstrates consistent engagement with high-impact initiatives including the Better Buildings Challenge Multifamily Sector and Clean Energy for America policy development.