Contemporary architecture addresses environmental concerns in several ways:
1. Sustainability: Contemporary architects design buildings that are energy-efficient, use less water, and generate less waste. They use sustainable materials that are environmentally friendly and have a low carbon footprint.
2. Green roofs: Green roofs or living roofs are becoming increasingly popular in urban areas. They have vegetation and soil on the roof which helps to insulate, absorb water, and reduce the urban heat island effect.
3. Passive design: Passive design uses natural ventilation, daylighting, and shading to reduce the energy needed for heating and cooling buildings. It also reduces the use of artificial lighting, which in turn reduces energy consumption.
4. Renewable energy: Contemporary architecture incorporates renewable energy sources such as solar panels, wind turbines, and geothermal systems to generate clean energy for buildings.
5. Adaptive reuse: Adaptive reuse is the practice of repurposing existing buildings for new uses. It is an environmentally friendly approach as it reduces the need for new construction and preserves historic buildings.
Overall, contemporary architecture prioritizes sustainable design and materials, energy-efficient technologies, and the use of renewable energy sources to reduce the impact of buildings on the environment.
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