Andrew Shaw is a designer, researcher and educator, focusing on sustainability and climate change themes, especially in the urban environment.
I work to make cities more sustainable and inclusive by connecting research, design, and education. I'm focused on helping communities and students address climate change and build fairer, more resilient urban spaces.
Below you will find a mix of thoughts and writing on different matters, as well as projects I am working on
The importance of the Environmental Impact Assessment process for delivering sustainable development
EIA is one of a range of tools planners can use to assess the environmental impact of a proposed development (Glasson, et al., 2012) (Morris & Therivel, 2009). This essay will outline the history and advancement of EIA principles, review the role of sustainable development in the evolution of European EIA directives, assess the effectiveness of this approach in controlling the environmental effects of developments, and finally consider the importance of the role EIA plays in the delivery of sustainable development goals.
A report on the treatment of waste created in a typical Berlin household
This report covers the issues surrounding the treatment of waste in a typical Berlin- Neukölln household. A 3-week audit of the waste produced in the household was undertaken to help Berlin City Authorities better understand the issues