What does sustainability mean to you?

Sustainability means developing and innovating without creating more harm to the environment. When people think of sustainability they think of natural resources but for me, sustainability is justice. I think of sustainability in terms of environmental justice where people have equitable access to their environment and how builders should being treating their environment equally. For me this means…

  • Using recycled materials
    • Like bamboo
  • Efficient heating, cooling, and ventilation
    • Implementation of windows and envelope design to conserve energy
  • Building around renewable resources
    • Incorporating solar panels into the building design
  • Water conservation systems, such as rainwater collection
  • Should promote the users of the building to do and create sustainable choices.
Ulaman Eco-Retreat Resort (Made of all Bamboo)
Ulaman Eco-Retreat Resort (Made of all Bamboo)
La Seine Musical (PV Panels follow the path of the sun)
La Seine Musical (PV Panels follow the path of the sun)
A water conservation system from International Water Association
A water conservation system from International Water Association