Urban Transformation Talk #7 : Monash University

Urban transformation is a crucial aspect of addressing the pressing climate change challenges in the Indonesian context, and this topic will be explored in depth during the upcoming seminar at Monash University Indonesia campus on Saturday, August 5, 2023, from 1:00 PM to 3:45 PM. As an inclusive hybrid event, experts and participants will delve into Indonesia's vulnerability to climate change impacts, including rising sea levels, intensified natural disasters, and shifting rainfall patterns. Notably, Indonesia's significant contribution to greenhouse gas emissions due to deforestation and land-use change will be highlighted, emphasizing the urgency of comprehensive actions. The seminar will focus on a range of effective approaches, such as promoting nature-based solutions and net-zero building designs, transitioning to renewable energy sources, and enhancing community resilience to climate-related hazards. By encouraging sustainable urban practices, this transformative discourse aims to forge a path towards a more climate-resilient and environmentally conscious future for Indonesia.