Centre for Sustainable Development
Research, policy and training for a sustainable built and natural environment
A centre of the Faculty of Built and Natural Environment, working on the sustainability challenges of the built and natural environment through research, policy and advocacy, and training.
Welcome to CenSuD
Sustainability, from the local to the global
Sustainable development has become the frame for policy, research and advocacy the world over, from the Rio Declaration and Agenda 21 to the Paris Agreement and Agenda 2030. Ghana has shaped its own development policy to match, through the Poverty Reduction Strategies, the Shared Growth and Development Agenda and the Ghana Beyond Aid Charter.
The Centre for Sustainable Development was established by the Faculty of Built and Natural Environment to contribute to those goals through research, policy options and advocacy. It works on the sustainability challenges tied to the built and natural environment, from the local to the global, and supports interdisciplinary study across the Faculty.
More about the CentreOur Vision
To become a world-class and recognised Centre in conducting cutting-edge research, and in providing outstanding policy advice and training in the field of sustainable development.
Our Mission
To improve the integration of sustainable development principles and concepts in all facets of the built and natural environment, by providing timely, unbiased information on policy, technologies, designs and operational techniques that enhance the environment, society and the economy.
What we do
Focus and mandate
Research
Conducting world-class research within the Centre's areas of work, whether the Centre begins it or another institution commissions it.
Policy & Advocacy
Advising government and private institutions on policy and regulatory frameworks, and championing the sustainability questions that need the status quo to change.
Training & Development
Building training programmes out of research findings and industry feedback, to raise the capacity of professionals and close the skills gap in the Centre's areas of work.
Where we work
Three theme collectives
Architectural and Urban Planning and Development
- Sustainable design
- Inclusive design
- Ageing and the built environment
- Conservation and regeneration
Construction Management and Technologies
- Innovative procurement strategies
- Construction economics
- Health and safety
- Information technology
Environmental Management and Performance
- Waste management
- Renewable energy and technologies
- Land rehabilitation
- Sustainable land use
Working on a sustainability question?
Talk to us about commissioned research, policy advice, technical training, or a partnership with the Faculty of Built and Natural Environment.