3D precinct information modelling (PIM) could be a “game-changer” in the planning of future sustainable cities, according to new research from the CRC for Low Carbon Living. Read the full piece here
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1 March 2018 - 4:07pm
Eighty Blue Mountains businesses have adopted low-carbon practices thanks to a CRC for Low Carbon Living project due to be rolled out across Australia this month.
8 February 2018 - 9:01am
Australians could save up to $150 per household on energy bills annually if Building Code standards were tightened, according to a new report supported by the CRC for Low Carbon Living.
15 December 2017 - 11:41am
Three times as many people die from heat-related deaths in Sydney’s west than its east during extreme temperature events, according to new research from the CRCLCL, University of NSW and Sydney Water. But the installation of more public fountains, ponds and mist could decrease extreme temperatures and reduce heat-related deaths by 50 per cent. Read more here
8 December 2017 - 2:32pm
Research led by UNSW and Sydney Water shows that western Sydney's summer temperatures can be significantly reduced and mortality rates halved by combining water technology, cool materials and greenery.
28 November 2017 - 11:31am
'Collaborating for Cooler Cities', Sourceable, 23 November 2017
It’s crucial that future urban developments have solid strategies to help cool cities, making use of ongoing research and statistics.
23 November 2017 - 8:30am
Low carbon cities are achievable through a committed, collaborative effort by government and industry, said UK urban innovation expert Mr Peter Madden OBE today at the CRC for Low Carbon Living’s (CRCLCL) annual forum.
13 November 2017 - 10:55am
'What could Australian cities look like in 2040', Pursuit Magazine, 12 November 2017
"Australian cities need to reduce their emissions to avoid catastrophic climate change, potentially profoundly impacting our future lifestyles." Read the full piece here
22 September 2017 - 10:29am
'3D modelling for sustainable urban planning', Sustainability Matters, 21 September 2017
The CRC for Low Carbon Living (CRCLCL) recently held a special symposium discussing exciting new research into Precinct Information Modelling (PIM) — a type of 3D digital prototyping that promises to be a game changer for planning future city precincts. Read the full piece here
22 September 2017 - 10:21am
'Precinct information modelling can help cities get to net zero', The Fifth Estate, 21 September 2017
15 September 2017 - 9:00am
New 3D digital prototyping promises to be a game-changer for planning future city precincts, or engaging the community, to ensure they are both sustainable and carbon neutral.
The Precinct Information Modelling (PIM) research, funded by the CRC for Low Carbon living (CRCLCL) and involving industry and academic partners, is being discussed today at a special industry symposium: Using Precinct Information Modelling (PIM) to Support Carbon Management.