This book follows on previous works addressing sustainable development research in the Asia-Pacific region. It mainly focuses on India, a country currently facing immense challenges in the form of climate change, rapid urbanisation, and population pressures in its journey to help achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. Expecting to surpass China in terms of population in the near future, India needs to develop its own solutions in order to uphold its commitments under the Paris Agreement.

This book makes a contribution in that direction by presenting case studies on various aspects of the built environment, from education to managing cities, procurement, and considerations for a circular economy. The papers gathered here offer a vital resource for government policymakers, educators, and current and future professionals, equipping them with the knowledge and expertise they need in order to overcome today's complex challenges in the built environment. ****

Provides the practical solutions needed in order to support decision-making, since theoretical approaches to solving our built environment problems are not enough Presents solutions that address the complex challenges facing India and similar developing country-specific contexts Defines formal and informal education needs to support the journey to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals

Inhalt
Partnerships for Anganwadi and educational imperatives.- Education for the future focusing on Indonesia.- Traditional/vernacular master planning in South India- Agraharam.- Traditional/vernacular in Sri Lanka.- Developing design guidelines for Anganwadi.- Social sustainability and its impact on planning.- Community participation for Anganwadi.- Smart city in India and governance.- Carrying capacity in Gwalior using the SAFE model.- Urban quality of life indicators in New Delhi.