Executive Development Programme in Design for Climate Change: Environmental Solutions

• Understanding Climate Change: An overview of the science behind climate change, its causes, and impacts. This unit will provide a solid foundation for the rest of the course and help participants understand the importance of designing for climate change. • Sustainable Design Principles: An exploration of the principles of sustainable design, including material selection, energy efficiency, and waste reduction. Participants will learn how to apply these principles to their work in order to reduce the environmental impact of their designs. • Life Cycle Assessment: An introduction to life cycle assessment (LCA), a method for evaluating the environmental impact of a product or system throughout its entire life cycle. Participants will learn how to conduct an LCA and use the results to inform their design decisions. • Green Building Design: An in-depth look at green building design, including the use of renewable energy sources, water conservation, and indoor air quality. Participants will learn about the various certification programs available for green buildings and how to design buildings that meet these standards. • Climate Change Adaptation: An exploration of the strategies and techniques for adapting to the impacts of climate change, including sea level rise, increased frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, and changing precipitation patterns. Participants will learn how to design for resilience in the face of these challenges. • Urban Design for Climate Change: An examination of the unique challenges and opportunities presented by urban areas in the context of climate change. Participants will learn about the latest research and best practices in urban design for climate change mitigation and adaptation. • Transportation and Land Use Planning: An exploration of the relationship between transportation and land use planning and climate change. Participants will learn about the ways in which transportation and land use decisions can either exacerbate or mitigate the impacts of climate change. • Sustainable Infrastructure Design: An in-depth look at the design of sustainable infrastructure, including water and wastewater treatment, energy systems, and transportation infrastructure. Participants will learn about the latest trends and best practices in sustainable infrastructure design. • Communicating the Value of Sustainable Design: A unit focused on helping participants effectively communicate the value of sustainable design to clients, stakeholders, and the public. Participants will learn about the latest tools and techniques for making a compelling case for sustainable design.