Chapter 14: Sustainability and Urban Infrastructure

Walkability is a key component of any sustainable neighborhood. Walkability not only reduces energy use, but also in- creases public health. Picture shows a pedestrian street in Ljubljana, Slovenia.
Walkability is a key component of any sustainable neighborhood. Walkability not only reduces energy use, but also in- creases public health. Picture shows a pedestrian street in Ljubljana, Slovenia.

Learning Outcomes

After studying this chapter, you should be able to:

  • Define urbanization
  • Recognize some of the main urbanization challenges facing the developing world
  • Describe impacts from urban sprawl
  • Explain green urbanism

 Chapter Outline

  • 14.1 Urbanization and Cities
  • 14.2 Urbanization Around the World
  • 14.3 The Impacts of Urban Sprawl
  • 14.4 The Sustainable City
  • 14.5 Case Study: Responding to a New Paradigm—The Challenge for Local Authorities
  • 14.6 Chapter Resources

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