Discussion on Sustainable Urban Design and Local Action at WUF12!

During the World Urban Forum 12, Ms. Hla Yin Aye, Founder and MD of AES Creative Media Institute, M-CAN member, and Professor Kobayashi from Keio University, Tokyo, Japan, discussed Sustainable Urban Design and Climate Change: “PARTICIPATORY LOCAL ACTION: NURTURING SENSE OF HOME IN DISASTER-AFFECTED AREAS”.

📜 Important points from the Podcast Session:

🌱 Inspiration and Approach to Sustainable Architecture: Professor Kobayashi discussed his innovative work on Veneer Houses, a shelter solution for disaster-affected communities. He stressed the importance of taking ownership of sustainability challenges and the need for collaborative action among architects, urban designers, and the broader community.

🌱 Impressions of WUF12: He highlighted the impressive global engagement at the forum and its potential to drive discussions on the future of the environment. However, he also pointed out the need for clearer program organization and content.

🌱 Sustainability Concerns at the Forum: Professor Kobayashi voiced concerns about the event’s environmental impact, particularly the waste generated by booths and materials. He called for greater attention to sustainability in future urban forums.

🌱 Climate Adaptation and Resilience: His team at Keio University is working on involving local communities in sustainable architectural design and build activities. The focus is on recognizing individual roles in achieving a sustainable society.

🌱 Message and Advice: Professor Kobayashi concluded with advice for the Myanmar Climate Action Network, emphasizing the importance of collaboration, communication, and individual action towards tackling climate issues.