Infrastructure isn’t just about building for today — it’s about safeguarding tomorrow. And the sector needs to act now, as the decisions made today will shape a more sustainable and resilient future for both people and nature. Sir John Armitt, CBE FREng FICE, Chair of the National Infrastructure Commission, highlights the shift in civil engineering from exploiting nature to conserving it while building essential infrastructure. As climate change accelerates, creating sustainable systems is no longer optional, it’s vital. Learn more about embracing innovation to protect our environment on our new digital series created in collaboration with Content With Purpose, The Nature of Building, at 🔗https://lnkd.in/efMgZU59 🎤: Sir John Armitt #thenatureofbuilding #biodiversityindesign #naturepositivebuildings #builtenvironmentimpact #sustainablearchitecture #greenconstruction #biodiversityawareness #ecologicaldesign #construction #loveconstruction #ciob 🎥: Content With Purpose
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We have been so grateful to all of the industry experts who have lent their voices to our digital series and campaign #TheNatureOfBuilding, which is a collaboration between The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) and Content With Purpose. This short interview from Prof. (Dr) Anusha Shah really gets to the key point: "With 30% of biodiversity loss linked to construction, it's clear that the way we build must change. The urgency is undeniable; nature loss is already fuelling climate change, leading to floods, wildfires, and more. We need to rethink not just how we build, but why and where, ensuring collaboration across sectors and generations, and co-designing with communities to create resilient, nature-positive solutions for the future." You can find more great content and inspiration from the series at: https://lnkd.in/ewRF3F6r
Rethinking how we build infrastructure is critical to both people and nature. Anusha Shah, CEng FICE Hon Prof Hon DEng, President of the Institution of Civil Engineers, emphasises the importance of a "nature and people positive" agenda in the construction sector. With 30% of biodiversity loss linked to construction, it's clear that the way we build must change. The urgency is undeniable; nature loss is already fuelling climate change, leading to floods, wildfires, and more. As civil engineers, we need to rethink not just how we build, but why and where, ensuring collaboration across sectors and generations, and co-designing with communities to create resilient, nature-positive solutions for the future. Learn more about the new take on the built environment in our new digital series created in collaboration with Content With Purpose, The Nature of Building, at 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e8XF-kTu 🎤: Prof. (Dr) Anusha Shah #thenatureofbuilding #biodiversityindesign #naturepositivebuildings #builtenvironmentimpact #sustainablearchitecture #greenconstruction #biodiversityawareness #ecologicaldesign #construction #loveconstruction #ciob 🎥: Content With Purpose
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Rethinking how we build infrastructure is critical to both people and nature. Anusha Shah, CEng FICE Hon Prof Hon DEng, President of the Institution of Civil Engineers, emphasises the importance of a "nature and people positive" agenda in the construction sector. With 30% of biodiversity loss linked to construction, it's clear that the way we build must change. The urgency is undeniable; nature loss is already fuelling climate change, leading to floods, wildfires, and more. As civil engineers, we need to rethink not just how we build, but why and where, ensuring collaboration across sectors and generations, and co-designing with communities to create resilient, nature-positive solutions for the future. Learn more about the new take on the built environment in our new digital series created in collaboration with Content With Purpose, The Nature of Building, at 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e8XF-kTu 🎤: Prof. (Dr) Anusha Shah #thenatureofbuilding #biodiversityindesign #naturepositivebuildings #builtenvironmentimpact #sustainablearchitecture #greenconstruction #biodiversityawareness #ecologicaldesign #construction #loveconstruction #ciob 🎥: Content With Purpose
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If you have not checked out our latest film series and have an interest in nature then you're missing out. This series highlights the role our built world can play in supporting nature and helping it to thrive. We look at real world examples of excellence and dive into why we can't ignore the pressing need to create harmony. #ciob #biodiversity #nature #construction #constructionmanagement
Rethinking how we build infrastructure is critical to both people and nature. Anusha Shah, CEng FICE Hon Prof Hon DEng, President of the Institution of Civil Engineers, emphasises the importance of a "nature and people positive" agenda in the construction sector. With 30% of biodiversity loss linked to construction, it's clear that the way we build must change. The urgency is undeniable; nature loss is already fuelling climate change, leading to floods, wildfires, and more. As civil engineers, we need to rethink not just how we build, but why and where, ensuring collaboration across sectors and generations, and co-designing with communities to create resilient, nature-positive solutions for the future. Learn more about the new take on the built environment in our new digital series created in collaboration with Content With Purpose, The Nature of Building, at 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e8XF-kTu 🎤: Prof. (Dr) Anusha Shah #thenatureofbuilding #biodiversityindesign #naturepositivebuildings #builtenvironmentimpact #sustainablearchitecture #greenconstruction #biodiversityawareness #ecologicaldesign #construction #loveconstruction #ciob 🎥: Content With Purpose
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The Architecture, Engineering, and Construction industry holds the key to a sustainable future. Our latest blog dives into the vital role of climate, energy, and environmental considerations in building practices. Join the conversation: https://wix.to/ShBf5mj #SustainableDevelopment #AEC #ClimateCrisis
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The Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry is at the center of one of the greatest challenges of our time—climate change. As buildings account for nearly 40% of global carbon emissions, the industry must evolve to mitigate environmental impact while continuing to meet the growing demands for infrastructure, housing, and urban development.
The Architecture, Engineering, and Construction industry holds the key to a sustainable future. Our latest blog dives into the vital role of climate, energy, and environmental considerations in building practices. Join the conversation: https://wix.to/ShBf5mj #SustainableDevelopment #AEC #ClimateCrisis
Building a Sustainable Future: Climate, Energy, and the Environment in the AEC Industry
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The ASLA Fund, a 501(c)(3) organization, has announced a new grant to the University of Maryland Environmental Finance Center (EFC) in the School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation to create two new resource guides on the economic benefits of landscape architecture and nature-based solutions. The lead developer of the guides is Dr. Jennifer Egan, PhD, program manager, EFC. Dr. Egan will develop guides that outline the economic benefits of landscape architecture and nature-based solutions across five key areas areas. - One guide will make the economic case for nature-based solutions and the added value of landscape architects’ planning and design work to broad public audiences. - Another guide will introduce the tools landscape architects can use to make the economic case for their climate and biodiversity projects to clients. ASLA’s Climate Action Plan identified the need for these guides, which will be published on https://bit.ly/3rGjeB9 in advance of COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan in November. Read more in ASLA's THE DIRT: https://bit.ly/3JLCzqp Image Credit: Dr. Jennifer Egan / UMD
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Embodied carbon represents a significant opportunity for engineers to make a tangible impact on the planet. By prioritizing low-carbon materials, innovative designs, and sustainable construction practices, engineers can help reduce the environmental impact of buildings and infrastructure from the very beginning. As we continue to strive for a sustainable future, addressing embodied carbon will be critical in achieving climate goals and building a greener world. Learn more about what we do at Green Point Engineering Inc, at https://lnkd.in/e7RYXuHh #greenpointengineering #embodiedcarbon #innovativedesigns #sustainableconstruction #sustainablefuture #greenerworld #climategoals
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Water is one of planet's most precious resources, how can we build resilience for the infrastructure that enables us to access this critical resource? Hear from our experts as they share insights at the 2025 New York Water Environment Association Annual Meeting. Our speakers include Jon Hurt, Li Ling Chen, P.E., Anil Kumar, Jonalen Chua-Protacio, Wylie T., Sonja Hartmann, PE and Robert Acker. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e8tG7dY4 #NYWEA #Water #Design #Engineering
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Founding Editor-in-Chief, International Journal of Geosynthetics and Ground Engineering
Those interested in supporting sustainability in ground infrastructure developments may want to explore Chapter 21 of the ICE Handbook of Geosynthetic Engineering (3rd edition, 2022). #sustainability #geosynthetics https://lnkd.in/esmYwgfa https://lnkd.in/esNb4bGz
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2moSuch an insightful interview. Thank you!