Research Themes
The Centre's research, policy, advocacy and training all sit under one of three theme collectives.
Our portfolio is shaped by industry feedback, so the themes stay close to the questions being asked of the sector now rather than the ones that were being asked when the Centre was founded.
Architectural and Urban Planning and Development
- Sustainable design
- Inclusive design
- Ageing and the built environment
- Conservation and regeneration
- Urban design and town planning
- Urban development control
- Low-carbon design solutions
Construction Management and Technologies
- Innovative procurement strategies
- Construction economics
- Health and safety
- Information technology
- Facilities management
- Lean construction solutions
- Building services
- Sustainable construction technologies and materials
Environmental Management and Performance
- Waste management
- Renewable energy and technologies
- Land rehabilitation
- Sustainable land use
- Restoration of ecosystem services through bio-stimulation
- Environmental policies
- Environmental planning
- Biodiversity
- Climate change
- Sustainable engineering
Working with us
What the Centre offers
Research and grants
- Research commissioned by institutions and agencies
- International and regional research grants
- Global south–global north research collaborations
- Interdisciplinary studies across the Faculty
Consultancy and training
- Research consultancy for local and international institutions
- Project consultancy on sustainable construction materials and methods
- Technical training for institutions and agencies
- Policy advice, tools and guidance
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.