Administrator
Level
Master
Topics
Sustainability and Environment
Language
English
Delivery method
In person
University
Neapolis University Pafos
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Sustainability & Environmental Issues in Real Estate Development

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The Sustainability & Environmental Issues in Real Estate Development course examines the environmental and sustainability challenges associated with modern real estate development. It introduces the principles of sustainable urban development, environmental design, renewable energy integration, and environmental impact assessment in the built environment. Students explore the relationship between sustainability, real estate markets, and property valuation, focusing on how environmental performance affects investment decisions and long-term value. Through case studies, sustainability frameworks, and international rating systems (e.g., LEED, BREEAM, GSAS), the course develops the ability to evaluate and apply sustainability principles in real estate planning and development.

The course addresses sustainability in real estate through theoretical foundations and applied analysis.
Main topics include:
  • Sustainable development and the built environment
  • UN Sustainable Development Goals and real estate
  • Housing demand and urban regeneration
  • Environmental design and bioclimatic architecture
  • Renewable energy integration in buildings
  • Environmental impact assessment of real estate projects
  • Sustainability assessment and certification systems (LEED, BREEAM, GSAS)
  • Sustainable development principles and property valuation
  • Consumer behaviour and sustainability in real estate markets
  • Case studies of sustainable real estate developments

Upon completion of this course, graduates will be able to:
  • Understand the principles of sustainable development in the real estate sector.
  • Analyse the environmental, social, and economic impacts of real estate projects.
  • Apply sustainability frameworks and international certification systems to evaluate developments.
  • Assess the financial implications of sustainability in property valuation and investment decisions.
  • Communicate effectively with professionals in urban planning, sustainability, and real estate development.
  • Develop critical perspectives on how planning, design, and policy influence sustainable urban development.

Free of charge for exchange students.