Online Training

An Introduction to Sustainability in the Built Environment

15 hours structured CPD

Continuing Professional Development for RICS members

Online

From £200 + VAT

Overview

Discover the importance of the built environment in fighting the climate crisis and the role you can play in influencing change in this introductory course. By the end, you’ll feel equipped to advocate for sustainable building design and delivery and be empowered to apply this knowledge in your own context.

The course is split into the following module structure:

Context
- The sustainability challenge & opportunity
- The role of the built environment
- Your built environment context
- Get inspired
Concepts
- What is sustainability in the built environment
- Five key concepts of sustainability in the built environment
- Your built environment solutions
Cases
- Case study review
- Create your own case study
Change
- Creating change
- Your pledge
- Summary & next steps

By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to:

Describe the key concepts and examples of sustainability in the built environment
Assess variations in green building practices globally
Apply your knowledge to your work, community or home
Contribute positively to influence sustainability outcomes
Collaborate with your new-found sustainable building community to continue learning