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sustainable design

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About

Sustainable design is an academic concept and methodological approach concerned with minimizing negative environmental, social, and economic impacts across the lifecycle of designed artifacts, systems, and built environments. This field investigates the complex interdependencies between design choices, ecological systems, human health, social equity, and economic viability, emphasizing resource efficiency, waste reduction, durability, adaptability, and the use of renewable resources. Its significance lies in promoting long-term well-being, fostering resilience, and ensuring the availability of resources and opportunities for future generations.

Top Authors

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VW

Western Sydney University

EK

Vilnius Gediminas Technical University

JS

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

AP

Hong Kong Polytechnic University

JA

University of Derby

Top Institutions

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Delft University of Technology

Delft, The Netherlands

University of Cambridge

Cambridge, United Kingdom

Lund University

Lund, Sweden