ISD5103 Green Buildings in the Tropics

This module takes a critical look at the rise of the Green building movement in tropical Asia, asking if it has, in recent decades, addressed the challenges of climate change and urbanisation. Tracing the environmental trend from the 20^th century to present day, students are exposed to various principles and positions. A deep dive into the Green movement reveals its underlying worldview. Alternate perspectives are reviewed. Multiple examples of built projects in Asia are presented and debated.