Making Skyscrapers Sustainable
Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube
Course Description
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Explore innovations in sustainable skyscraper construction through this 57-minute panel discussion from Aspen Ideas: Climate in Miami Beach, Florida. Delve into the potential for lowering the construction industry's 12% contribution to global emissions by building taller structures. Learn about advancements in timber and steel technologies, as well as changes to building design standards that are ushering in a new era of low-carbon construction. Join experts Judith Sheine, Michael Green, Sandeep Nijhawan, and Vere Shaba, moderated by Diana Olick, as they discuss cutting-edge solutions for creating environmentally friendly high-rise buildings. Gain insights into the future of sustainable urban development and the role of architecture in combating climate change. This thought-provoking conversation is part of the second annual Aspen Ideas: Climate event, co-organized by the Aspen Institute and the City of Miami Beach, featuring a diverse program of discussions, exhibitions, and activities focused on climate solutions.
Syllabus
Making Skyscrapers Sustainable - Aspen Ideas: Climate
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The Aspen Institute
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