Introduction

Sustainability is a significant and much discussed concept, yet, unfortunately not one that is always clearly understood. In recent years, it has been applied to lots of things, often simply because it sounds good. What it really means in human terms is "meeting today’s needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs". This definition suggests that we are stewards, not owners, of resources and should be responsible for the long-term effects of our decisions and actions.

All aspects of construction, urban design, road construction, buildings, etc., have an impact on the environment. Future generations should not suffer any disadvantages from the structures, we put in place today, for example in terms of their appearance or the materials used.

Building energy-efficient, passive, green or even regenerative buildings is only a step on the road to sustainability. Architecture alone cannot provide sustainability. On the other hand, society cannot achieve sustainability without the active participation of architects.

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