| THEMES 1. Social issues related to poverty, equity and production of
affordable housing.
2. Economics and cost issues related to
building in the region.
3. Technologies and materials appropriate for SB in the
region.
4. Designing sustainable buildings and
assessing their environmental performance.
5. Strategies, policies and programs for SB; (relates to
Green Building Policies ASIA proposal activity).
6. Controlling the impacts of imported
(Western-type) construction methods and products (for
commercial buildings such as offices, hotels etc.).
7. Assessing the environmental performance of buildings
and urban neighbourhoods.
8. Regional best practices (case
studies).
9. Technical issues in materials, design and construction
in local climates and cultures.
10. Training and education for design,
construction and operation.
11. Sustainable infrastructure and public transport.
12. Rural housing, participation and
community involvement.
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