Unit Statistics and Highlights
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In 2023, Monash offered 82 units directly related to SDG11 with 6546 total enrolments.
The units highlighted below are a small sample of the units at Monash relating to sustainable cities and communities:
Monash Commission Seminar Series
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The Monash Commission Seminar Series was held from 14-16 March, and focused on the role of intermediary cities in achieving resilience, impact, and prosperity post-pandemic. The series included a ‘fireside chat’ at the Monash Technology Precinct, where participants discussed innovation districts and sustainable urban futures.
Further relevant SDGs:
Monash Sustainable Building (MSB) Team Awarded at the Solar Decathlon
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The Monash Sustainable Building (MSB) team achieved second place in the 2023 US Department of Energy Solar Decathlon. The team of 40 students from disciplines across Monash competed in two Design Challenge divisions: “Humming Home”, which was awarded second place in the New Housing division and “Eco Office”, a co-working office and community building, which was a finalist in the Office Building division.
Further relevant SDGs:
Social Impact Lab
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Monash Indonesia masters students showcased their work to promote sustainable innovation as part of their Social Impact Lab (SIL) class. SIL is a signature unit at Monash Indonesia that embodies essential elements from the startup world, such as pitches and mentoring, while addressing social and environmental challenges. SIL projects included mobile apps for health, urban farming, and food waste management, evaluated by a panel of experts.
Further relevant SDGs: