Even though theology does provide interesting and important contributions to ethics that laid the foundation of our modern societies, this book looks at exploring how theology has impacted on urban morphology and has led to questionable unsustainable practices which impacts on both climate and societal living standards. This is seen as being accelerated with the impacts of climate change coupled with increasing urbanisation rates that stresses on contemporary notions and foundations, as initially sparked by religion. Through an argumentative style, the author sets forth to explore the ethics of religious dogmas in a rapidly urbanising world that is stressed by increasing consumption from a booming demographic.

Focuses on unique angle on religion being from a practical and secular viewpoint Presents short and succinct takeaways Provides a critical viewpoint

Autorentext

Dr. Zaheer Allam, Institute of Sustainable Futures, University of Technology Sydney, Sydney, Australia; and Curtin University, Charles Telfair Campus, Mauritius. Prof. Ali Cheshmehzangi, Professor and Head of School of Architecture, Design and Planning, The University of Queensland (UQ), Brisbane, Australia; NERPS, Hiroshima University, Hiroshima, Japan.

Inhalt
Religion and Urban Planning .- Religious Matrimony and Urban Sprawl.- The dichotomy between the living and the dead.- Theology and Governance.- On Faith and Big Data.-Conclusion.