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The built environment is both a contributor to and a solution for the global climate crisis. Given the significant impact of the built environment on global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, there is escalating international movement to mitigate climate change through the adoption of sustainable practices in the built environment sector. This shift reflects a broader commitment to environmental stewardship and the pursuit of multi-national strategies to halve global carbon emissions by 2030. The move towards sustainable built environments marks a substantial step in achieving the objectives set by the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Paris Agreement, where commitments to take action on climate change have been agreed to by all member countries, including Australia and India. In the distinct yet complementary contexts of Australia and India, it is important to consider how sustainable built environments can be realised through the complex interplay of factors demonstrated by the two nations. Australia and India, although different in their socioeconomic realities, share a commitment to sustainability that provides valuable insights for other nations. This chapter outlines the various factors that shape sustainable built environments, such as geography, climate, cultural heritage, and policy frameworks, within the contexts of Australia and India. By exploring these factors, the chapter provides a foundation for understanding the complexities involved in advancing sustainability. Special attention is given to the roles of stakeholders—including educators, policymakers, industry professionals, and communities—and how their contributions influence the pursuit of sustainable development goals. This chapter showcases the experiences of Australia and India as a model for others, emphasising the importance of aligning education, policy, and industry with environmental goals to foster resilient, equitable communities, providing a deeper understanding of the opportunities and challenges in creating sustainable built environments.

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Sustainable Built Environments in Australia and India—An Introduction

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    2025年

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  • Jessica Siva,
  • Josephine Vaughan,
  • Saurabh Verma,
  • Priyanka Kochhar

摘要

The built environment is both a contributor to and a solution for the global climate crisis. Given the significant impact of the built environment on global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, there is escalating international movement to mitigate climate change through the adoption of sustainable practices in the built environment sector. This shift reflects a broader commitment to environmental stewardship and the pursuit of multi-national strategies to halve global carbon emissions by 2030. The move towards sustainable built environments marks a substantial step in achieving the objectives set by the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Paris Agreement, where commitments to take action on climate change have been agreed to by all member countries, including Australia and India. In the distinct yet complementary contexts of Australia and India, it is important to consider how sustainable built environments can be realised through the complex interplay of factors demonstrated by the two nations. Australia and India, although different in their socioeconomic realities, share a commitment to sustainability that provides valuable insights for other nations. This chapter outlines the various factors that shape sustainable built environments, such as geography, climate, cultural heritage, and policy frameworks, within the contexts of Australia and India. By exploring these factors, the chapter provides a foundation for understanding the complexities involved in advancing sustainability. Special attention is given to the roles of stakeholders—including educators, policymakers, industry professionals, and communities—and how their contributions influence the pursuit of sustainable development goals. This chapter showcases the experiences of Australia and India as a model for others, emphasising the importance of aligning education, policy, and industry with environmental goals to foster resilient, equitable communities, providing a deeper understanding of the opportunities and challenges in creating sustainable built environments.