Urbanization is happening at a very rapid rate in India. Cities are becoming more populated as people from rural areas and small towns migrate. New infrastructure is being created all over the country in every major city. All of which drives economic growth and brings more opportunity to people, but due to unplanned urbanization and climate change, disasters such as urban flooding and water stagnation are becoming more frequent.
Biophilic design intertwines architecture and the natural environment. Prioritizing health and wellbeing have become the supreme goal in designing spaces especially after pandemic. Biophilia is not just for aesthetics, its benefits delve deep into human wellbeing as well as regulating biodiversity and global warming.
Across the globe, primarily in urban centers, an ongoing struggle is underway against environmental deterioration stemming from the effects of climate change. Urban expansion shows no signs of slowing, consumption rates remain unabated, and demands continue to surge, all while urbanization persists. If this trajectory endures, where might we find ourselves in a quarter-century?
In today’s rapidly evolving world, the concept of net zero has gained significant traction and importance. With climate change becoming a pressing global concern, organizations across various industries are increasingly focusing on reducing their carbon footprint and embracing sustainable practices. Achieving net zero status has become a paramount goal for companies worldwide, but the question remains: Is your organization truly ready for net zero?
The ‘Environment’ is the abode where we all live and relies heavily on human actions. ‘Development’ is what we humans do in an attempt to advance our abode. The two are deeply interlinked by a cause-and-effect relationship. ‘Sustainable Development is that which meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of the future generations to meet their own needs’. This statement encompasses two main concepts of ‘needs’ and ‘limitations’.