Free public lectures by Professor Carolyn Roberts, Frank Jackson Professor of the Environment and IES Vice President

A sustainable solution to the UK’s housing crisis, or a flimsy excuse for high-profile, profitable construction activity in the green belt? Architects may love them, but most ecologists are sceptical. Ecotown proposals have attracted controversy, with local residents alleging that their environment will be irrevocably damaged with the arrival of sprawling new estates, thousands of cars and the loss of important wildlife habitats. Drawing upon live audience opinion, the lecture will weigh up the evidence for and against ‘ecotowns’.

No reservations are required for this lecture. It will be run on a ‘first come, first served’ basis.
Doors will open 30 minutes before the start of the lecture.