Built Environment Sustainability Assesment

This course provides an in-depth exploration of foundational concepts and contemporary trends vital for conducting comprehensive assessments of the built environment. It also hones participants' abilities in utilizing tools for analyzing the policy implications of urban sustainability initiatives. During the initial week, students are introduced to the various dimensions of urban sustainability, beginning with an examination of classic theories. This is followed by a master lecture on climate change delivered by Nobel laureate Edward S. Rubin, and concludes with an interview featuring the lat…