University of Pretoria recognised globally with Quanser Sustainability Award for Circular Construction Initiative

This media article titled University of Pretoria recognised globally with Quanser Sustainability Award for Circular Construction Initiative (PDF, 239KB) announces the recipients of the Award at the University of Pretoria, Dr. Calayde Davey and Dr. Johann van der Merwe, for their project titled "Transdisciplinary Education for Circularity in Construction." This initiative, recognised for its impact, scalability, and sustainability, involves fostering a transdisciplinary mindset among students and academics in the Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment, and IT. By transforming traditional practises in construction education, the project aims to equip graduates with essential skills for the workforce. The Quanser Sustainability Award, established in 2022, focuses on addressing global challenges and promoting a circular economy, encouraging the engineering community to reevaluate practises and integrate sustainability principles into product design. The awarded project represents an innovative and impactful approach to built environment education, contributing to a more sustainable and resilient future.

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