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Fig. 20.1 Solar decathlon in Spain, 2012
construction of net-zero-energy housing. During the competition, we conducted a
public tour to raise social awareness about clean energy. During our efforts, we had
the opportunity to consider the importance of social awareness, which is an issue
that people should be aware of whether or not they have any connection with green
technologies. In Japan in particular, there is insufficient communication with the
next generation regarding social responsibilities. It is therefore important to engage
young people because they will be responsible for tackling climate change and other
issues in the future.
20.1.2 Purpose
The aim of this study was to consider methods of communication with the next generation regarding sustainable living. Here, we present a case study of university students
giving a lecture addressing issues related to sustainability. This study was a crossdisciplinary project in which graduate students in architecture and undergraduate
students in pedagogy (education) collaborated as Team CUJ.
20.1.3 Literary Review
Our work builds on previous studies. In example of practical research in actual
educational settings, Tanaka et al. conducted a questionnaire survey for aiding the
development of a living environment learning program that including the practice
of sustainable housing and lifestyle practices in school education with an emphasis
on sustainable architecture (Tanaka 2011). Another report described practice using a
picture book on the theme of living together and environmental coexistence in high
S. Tajima et al.
Fig. 20.1 Solar decathlon in Spain, 2012
construction of net-zero-energy housing. During the competition, we conducted a
public tour to raise social awareness about clean energy. During our efforts, we had
the opportunity to consider the importance of social awareness, which is an issue
that people should be aware of whether or not they have any connection with green
technologies. In Japan in particular, there is insufficient communication with the
next generation regarding social responsibilities. It is therefore important to engage
young people because they will be responsible for tackling climate change and other
issues in the future.
20.1.2 Purpose
The aim of this study was to consider methods of communication with the next generation regarding sustainable living. Here, we present a case study of university students
giving a lecture addressing issues related to sustainability. This study was a crossdisciplinary project in which graduate students in architecture and undergraduate
students in pedagogy (education) collaborated as Team CUJ.
20.1.3 Literary Review
Our work builds on previous studies. In example of practical research in actual
educational settings, Tanaka et al. conducted a questionnaire survey for aiding the
development of a living environment learning program that including the practice
of sustainable housing and lifestyle practices in school education with an emphasis
on sustainable architecture (Tanaka 2011). Another report described practice using a
picture book on the theme of living together and environmental coexistence in high