
TECHNOLOGY
Technology is an integral part of human history its evolution and its future. From the development of rudimentary tools to the exploration of space it is a journey that has defined the human race. Our ability to transition to a sustainable future will be fundamentally impacted by future technologies in whatever form that may take. Utilising and contributing to the development of the latest theories and methodologies I have spent over fifteen years exploring how technology in multiple sectors is facilitating a sustainability transition. This has ranged from global systemic change to localised systems and environments. Theories such as socio technical transitions, strategic niche management and complex adaptive systems have emerged as effective mechanisms for understanding the role of technology in society.
The surveying profession is both being profoundly impacted by technology advancements and is centrally placed to implement and catalyse these technological innovations. Here I highlight some of those technologies that are impacting on the built environment and society as a whole