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The CSIR's research activities in the built environment are aimed at supporting South Africa's competitive performance and the welfare and quality of life of its people through knowledge-generation for the development of an efficient and globally competitive built environment system.
Solutions developed through research and innovation impact on the following areas:
- provision of housing and improved human habitats
- provision of infrastructure, such as roads and ports
- increased access and mobility
- rural development of infrastructure (with a specific focus on poverty reduction and job creation)
- human resource development of professionals in the built environment
- safety and personal security
- environmental sustainability
- better public buildings (including health facilities and schools)
- improved service delivery in the public sector.
The CSIR's expertise in the built environment domain covers the following research areas:
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