Explores acceleration, crisis, and architectural theory, focusing on modernism, postmodernity, and the Anthropocene, and challenges students to analyze contemporary architectural practices.
Emphasizes the role of individual and collective actions in achieving sustainability through the Sustainable Development Goals and the successes of the Millennium Development Goals.
Explores the implications of 'The Limits to Growth' report and the Biosphere 2 project in understanding sustainable living and addressing environmental challenges.
Delves into the intricate balance between energy, human needs, and sustainability, emphasizing the importance of satisfying human needs within ecological constraints.
Explores Portfolio Theory with a focus on the Risk Parity Strategy, discussing asset allocation proportional to the inverse of volatility and comparing different diversified portfolios.