In this episode of In Our Hands, Ramanan speaks with architect and urbanist Doug Farr. Farr shares his sustainability journey and the work of firm, Farr Associates. They delve into Farr’s involvement in movement-building initiatives, the significance of community engagement and individual agency in driving change, and his book "Sustainable Nation," which focuses on urban design patterns and the need for climate action accelerants.
Time stamps and the full transcript are below.
[00:01:43] Doug's Background And Interest In Sustainability
[00:10:40] Sustainable Nation And Its Purpose
[00:13:59] The Search For Trends In Society And Their TimeframesÂ
[00:23:06] Creation Of The Climate Action Museum To Inspire Action
[00:25:21] Focus On Tangible Actions That Bring Joy And Happiness
[00:27:36] Approaching Projects With Future Energy Standards In Mind
[00:29:42] The Importance Of Balancing Science And Community In Climate Action
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