Organisation
Curtin University
Conference paper
The power of integrated spatial modelling: RailSmart Planning Wanneroo
This paper discusses a major Smart Cities project, the output of which is an interactive digital platform which tests optimal public transport patronage and employment creation potential of various railway station development options.
Report
Low carbon, high performance schools: national survey results on attitudes toward the role of the built environment and sustainability on learning outcomes
This report presents findings of a survey of 120 people across Australia who are connected to schools, and examines their beliefs, attitudes and experiences relating to the impact of their built environment on health and learning outcomes.
Discussion paper
Sustainable urban design co-benefits: role of EST in reducing air pollution and climate change mitigation
This background paper was prepared by the Curtin University Sustainability Policy Institute for the Eleventh Regional EST Forum in Asia. It discusses sustainable urban design and development for Asian cities, the co-benefits of sustainable urban design, and good practices and case studies from around the world.
Report
Understanding work in schools
While most people expect to work a 38-hour full-time week, our public school teachers are working far more. In fact, teachers are working an average of 54 hours per week (43 hours at school and 11 hours at home), due to the increasing administrative demands on them to meet compliance standards.
Survey Report
Investigating the ‘low carbon readiness’ of built environment supply chain
Developed and administered by the Infrastructure Sustainability Council of Australia (ICSA), the ‘IS Tool’ is designed to be used to evaluate the sustainability of infrastructure across design, construction, and operational phases. The tool can be used as part of a self- assessment as well as being able to be formally certified as ‘Commended’, ‘Excellent’, or...