Tues., April 22, 11:30am-1pm ET | Online | 1.5 HSW/LUs
Global Health | Sustainable Design | Social Impact
Witness the future of sustainable healthcare: a solar-powered, rainwater-harvesting surgical center built from the ground up in rural Uganda.
The Kyabirwa Surgical Center Ward is a pioneering, self-sustaining healthcare facility in rural Uganda, designed to operate entirely on solar energy, harvested rainwater, and comprehensive waste management systems. This session highlights the innovative design that integrates local materials and labor with advanced medical technologies, creating a sustainable and culturally relevant structure. The success of the Kyabirwa model signals a paradigm shift in global health, demonstrating that with the right architectural framework, state-of-the-art surgical care can be both accessible and affordable.
Architects will gain insights into the challenges and solutions of constructing environmentally efficient healthcare facilities in remote settings and the benefits of global medical partnerships for enhancing local healthcare capabilities.
Registration Fees: AIA member $45 | Non-member: $70