With rapid urbanisation and the increasing spread of residential and institutional buildings, architects and urban planners must prioritise retrofitting over demolition of the buildings
Climate change is not just an environmental crisis; it is a social justice issue. Nowhere is this more evident than in informal settlements, where rising temperatures disproportionately impact those with the least resources to adapt. The lack of cooling infrastructure, reliance on heat-trapping materials, and economic vulnerability turn extreme heat from a seasonal discomfort into […]
As India urbanises rapidly and climate impacts intensify, it’s crucial to ensure that new cities are built sustainably from the start. A climate action plan can be the first step in this direction.
On January 29, the Mira Bhayandar Municipal Corporation (MBMC) and Aga Khan Agency for Habitat (AKAH) launched a Mira Bhayandar Climate Action Plan (MBCAP) to accommodate energy and water sustainability along with heat resilience.
