The Future of Sustainable Development

Dave Cummins
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The Future of Sustainable Development is a podcast series hosted by Dave Cummins of Future Property Group.  These podcasts explore modern design principles with a focus on building eco-friendly homes that feature biophilic design principles.  You can learn more about future property group by visiting our website www.futurepropertygroup.com.au or follow us on LinkedIn.

  1. 5D AGO

    The Importance of Urban Development

    This episode explores the role of urban development in shaping healthier, more resilient cities. From walkability and green infrastructure to transport, density and inclusive design, it examines how the way we plan and build cities directly affects wellbeing, equity and environmental outcomes. Why it’s important  With most of the world’s population now living in cities, urban development decisions shape climate impact, public health and social connection at scale. When done well, urban development can reduce emissions, improve quality of life and strengthen communities. when it is done poorly, it deepens inequality and environmental harm. The choices we make today will define how cities function for generations. Visit futurepropertygroup.com.au for more information.

    9 min

  2. JAN 25

    The Importance of Hemp

    This episode explores the role of hemp in sustainable construction and property development. From hempcrete and engineered fibres to carbon sequestration, energy performance and soil regeneration, it examines why this ancient material is re emerging as a powerful solution for low carbon, healthy buildings. Why it’s important With the built environment responsible for a significant share of global emissions, hemp offers a regenerative alternative that stores carbon, improves thermal performance and supports healthier homes and landscapes. Embracing hemp based materials could help reduce emissions at scale while creating more resilient and affordable communities. Visit futurepropertygroup.com.au for more information.

    9 min

  3. JAN 18

    The importance of Timber Construction

    This episode explores the role of timber construction in shaping a lower carbon built environment. From engineered timber and embodied carbon to fire safety, resilience and wellbeing, it examines how timber can transform the way we design and build our cities. Why it’s important With construction responsible for a significant share of global emissions, timber offers a regenerative alternative that stores carbon, improves wellbeing and supports long term resilience. Embracing timber construction is a critical step toward buildings that give back more than they take. Visit futurepropertygroup.com.au for more information.

    9 min

  4. JAN 11

    The Importance of Diversity in User Groups

    This episode explores the importance of diversity in user groups and how inclusive design shapes stronger cities and communities. From research and real world examples to housing, workplaces and public spaces, it examines why designing for real people leads to better social, economic and environmental outcomes. Why it’s important Diversity in user groups is central to sustainable development. Inclusive places build trust, resilience and wellbeing, support long term property performance and create communities that thrive over time rather than exclude most people by design. Visit futurepropertygroup.com.au for more information.

    9 min

  5. JAN 6

    The Importance of Solar Panels

    Description This episode explores the impact of solar panels on energy, health and emissions. From rooftop savings to global solutions, it shows why solar should become standard in every development. Why it’s important Solar is clean, affordable and lifesaving. Making it the norm helps cut carbon, lower bills and build healthier communities. Visit futurepropertygroup.com.au for more information.

    9 min

  6. 12/08/2025

    The Importance of Nature-Positive Design

    This episode explores the concept of nature-positive design — a shift from minimising harm to actively regenerating ecosystems. From its historical roots to leading global examples, we examine how buildings and communities can give back more than they take. It’s not just about greener buildings but better outcomes for people, places and the planet. Why it’s important Nature-positive design improves health, reduces emissions and creates long-term value. When developments prioritise biodiversity, climate resilience and community wellbeing, they become part of the solution, not the problem. Visit futurepropertygroup.com.au for more information.

    9 min

  7. 11/30/2025

    The Future of Psychological Safety

    This episode explores why psychological safety is essential for high performing teams in the property sector. It shows how open communication, trust and the freedom to speak up improve performance, reduce mistakes and support stronger project outcomes. Why it’s important Psychological safety enables people to contribute honestly and confidently. When teams feel safe innovation increases, risks are identified earlier and developments become more efficient, resilient and aligned with long term success. Visit futurepropertygroup.com.au for more information.

    6 min

  8. 11/25/2025

    The Importance of Company Values and Purpose

    This episode explores how company values and purpose shape decisions, culture and outcomes in the property sector. It shows how purpose driven organisations outperform on wellbeing, sustainability and long term performance, and why values must be lived rather than stated. Why it’s important Values guide what gets built and why. When purpose leads development, the result is healthier communities, stronger outcomes and projects that create lasting benefit. Visit futurepropertygroup.com.au for more information.

    8 min
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The Future of Sustainable Development is a podcast series hosted by Dave Cummins of Future Property Group.  These podcasts explore modern design principles with a focus on building eco-friendly homes that feature biophilic design principles.  You can learn more about future property group by visiting our website www.futurepropertygroup.com.au or follow us on LinkedIn.

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