Breaking Down the Silos - What Does Sustainability Mean?

Provide insights as to how we might, as professionals, break down the silos and be part of the solution in providing beautiful, liveable, affordable, and culturally rich cities while improving environmental outcomes.

Overall, the panel discussion seeks to shed light on the various definitions of ‘sustainability’ held by different people in the housing supply chain. Discuss if the current focus of sustainable development on water sensitive design, energy efficiency and carbon sequestering is sufficient or if broader questions, including social impacts, aesthetic design and accessibility need to be considered within sustainable development.