ITACUS - the ITA Committee on Underground Space is hosting Reconsidering the value of underground spaces in a sustainable urban future.

As our world becomes increasingly urbanized, the pressure on above-ground space is undeniable. Cities are facing the challenge of balancing sustainability, liveability, and the need for compact development. The solution might just be beneath our feet.
From mysterious underground realms to innovative urban farms, cities worldwide are rediscovering the value of underground spaces.

Make sure to attend it on September 21, 2023 at 3 pm to 4 pm CET (or 9 am to 10 am EST / 2 pm to 3 pm GMT +1)
Online Session

Our upcoming panel discussion is part of  Track 3: Invest Wisely and will explore:
Key Discussion Points:
- What is underground urbanism, and how can it drive sustainability and resilience?
- Characteristics of effective implementation of underground approaches.
- Leveraging underground spaces for disaster risk reduction and sustainable development.

Session Moderator: Abidemi Agwor, Program Lead - ITACUS National Action Program on Think Deep, UK

Meet our distinguished speakers:
- Michael R. Doyle: Assistant Professor at the Université Laval School of Architecture in Québec, Canada. Presenting on "Mapping Underground Potential."
- Shana Debrock: Policy Officer at the Flemish Government. Presenting on "Underground Planning Tools to Boost Urban Sustainability in Flanders."
- Dr. Asal Bidarmaghz: Senior Lecturer at the University of New South Wales, Australia. Presenting on "Sustainable and Resilient Utilization of Underground Structures."

Register here: https://toronto2023.isocarp.org/registration/217-content-title

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