Cities are home to the vast bulk of humanity. We live, work, and play in these densely packed places. Urban environments are also responsible for 75% of global emissions. In this discussion, experts explore the transformative power of green infrastructure in urban landscapes and examine innovative ways to make cities smarter, greener, and more communal – places where people can live for generations to come.

Panelists:

• Anthony Burke, Professor of Architecture at the University of Technology Sydney and TV Presenter; Australian host of the popular TV series Grand Designs Transformations, Restoration Australia, and Grand Designs Australia (all on ABC TV)
• Remy Sietchiping, Internationally recognised expert and UN strategist on Urban Planning & Geographic Information Systems; Chief of Policy at UN-HABITAT, the United Nations Human Settlements Programme, Nairobi, Kenya.
• Germain Briand, Owner and director of the internationally acclaimed company, The Urban Canopee, on a bold mission to accelerate our cities’ greening through innovation to fight climate change and re-connect people with nature.
• Jua Cilliers, Recognised global leader in urban planning and green infrastructure solutions, ‘A Defender of the Future’, Head of the School of the Built Environment, University of Technology Sydney.
• Rob Stokes, Leading Australian spokesperson on city planning and the importance of Net Zero Cities; former New South Wales Minister for Planning and Public Spaces.

Audio edit:

• Executive producer and episode host: Lawrence Bull
• Editorial consultant: Sharon Davis
• Sound designer & mix engineer: Martin Peralta

Watch the full talk here: https://www.uts.edu.au/partners-and-community/events/global-game-changers

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