The goal of this project is to create ideas for sustainability and/or hazard mitigation in your chosen field. Whether you are a manager, designer or architect there are big societal needs and opportunities for sustainable designs and practices as well as resiliency in an ever changing world. Reducing carbon footprint is a primary goal. Waste and water management are critical as well. Resource use and recycling also fit in to a sustainable paradigm. Hazard mitigation (fire, earthquake, flood, wind, etc) is also an acceptable project avenue. Do some research that relates to your interests. and/or chosen major….Sustainable design (or practice), sustainable construction practices and/ormanagement, sustainable architecture, resilient designs for natural hazards whether for homes, businesses, or communities is also welcome……from building materials, to safety, to efficiency in design and practice, how might you and your ideas contribute to a better world? Does your idea use a more sustainable material? Does your design limit waste or recycle? Does your method limit or reduce greenhouse gases? Does your design save lives? Does your idea protect the environment? Does your idea improve the human condition? Start by researching ideas that align with your interests and future. Develop the idea and/or design.Let me know if you have any questions ill get back to you ASAP.
