TED: A vision of sustainable housing for all of humanity | Vishaan Chakrabarti

The video discusses the challenge of housing an estimated 11 billion people by 2100, emphasizing the need for sustainable, carbon-negative solutions. Current technologies like skyscrapers and net-zero homes have limitations. The proposed 'Goldilocks framework' offers a middle ground with two to three-story housing, using local materials and solar energy, integrated into communities to support mass transit and reduce environmental impact. This model could house the global population efficiently, leaving space for nature and agriculture, highlighting the need for visionary solutions.

What is the projected world population by the year 2100?

What are the potential impacts of climate change on housing needs?

How can new housing be designed to be carbon negative?

What is the significance of clean energy grids in urban development?

What are the challenges associated with building skyscrapers in a sustainable manner?

What is the Goldilocks scale in the context of housing?

How can local materials contribute to sustainable housing?

What role does community involvement play in housing development?

In what ways can urban housing reduce environmental impacts?

What are the benefits of deploying the Goldilocks framework in cities like New York and Calcutta?