Throughout April, UrbanToronto is offering a special State of Environment editorial series covering all of the critical issues facing construction in our region.
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Environmental performance is now embedded in nearly every aspect of urban design, from the planning of neighborhoods to the materials and systems used in construction. As the Greater Golden Horseshoe continues to grow, questions about energy use, emissions, water management and resiliency, in addition to cost, design and delivery times, are increasingly influencing development decisions. In April, UrbanToronto is focusing on the state of the environment. A special editorial examines how sustainability is integrated across projects and at the city level, from mass transit expansion and watershed planning to evolving building standards and practices.
State of Environment articles examine how approaches are changing based on a mix of industry characteristics and explanations. Topics range from green building materials, mass timber and low-carbon concrete to energy-efficient design, electrification and net-zero strategies, and take a look at certifications such as LEED and the Toronto Green Standard. The focus will be on transport-oriented development, soft densification and the role of infrastructure in reducing emissions.
The University of Toronto’s Academic Wood Tower was built from solid wood, image by UrbanToronto Forum contributor christiesplits
Together, the State of the Environment articles will provide context for how sustainability considerations influence the projects and infrastructure transforming the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Keep an eye out for special items throughout the month!
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UrbanToronto’s research and data service, UTPro, provides comprehensive data on construction projects in the Greater Golden Horseshoe – from proposal to completion. Other services include instant reports, downloadable snapshots based on location, and a daily subscription newsletter, New Development Insider, that tracks projects from the first application.​
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Thank you to the businesses joining UrbanToronto to celebrate State of Environment Month.