HEALTHY ENVIRONMENTS FOR HUMAN WELL-BEING

SPDC investigates how the built environment can promote health and well-being at individual and community levels. Our work focuses on planning and designing sustainable and innovative transportation systems including walkable neighborhoods, improving air quality, and increasing access to green spaces to enhance overall well-being. Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design initiatives aim to create safer spaces that reduce crime and foster community cohesion. Additionally, research investigates indoor environments, including energy efficient building designs that improve air quality and occupant health. These efforts position SPDC as a leader in fostering environments that support holistic well-being. Since 2017, SPDC faculty have successfully secured more than $7.5 million in external grants and published 60 peer-reviewed articles in prominent journals for this research area.

RELATED RESEARCH INITIATIVES:

CRIME PREVENTION THROUGH ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN (CPTED)  |  Sustainable Built Environment Initiative (SBEI)

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