Urban_sustainability_and_challenges

Urban Sustainability

The concept of building cities that function sustainably without depleting resources and minimizing environmental impact.

Urban Population Growth

The increase of urban populations projected to grow by 2.5 to 3 billion people between 2010 and 2050, reaching two-thirds of the world's total.

Zoning

The process of dividing land in a municipality into zones for different permitted land uses (e.g., residential, industrial) to guide urban growth.

Mixed-use Development

An urban development model allowing for the coexistence of residential, commercial, and recreational spaces to create vibrant communities.

Forward Capital

A capital city that has been relocated for economic or strategic reasons to integrate and symbolize a nation's reach into outlying areas.

Smart Growth Principles

Strategies aimed at promoting sustainable urban development by prioritizing infill and redevelopment while preserving undeveloped land.

New Urbanism

An urban design movement that emphasizes walkable neighborhoods and diverse housing options to combat urban sprawl.

Brownfield Redevelopment

The process of repurposing abandoned industrial sites or previously developed land for new uses, often as a part of sustainable urban development.

Urban Heat Island Effect

A phenomenon where urban areas become significantly warmer than their rural surroundings due to human activities and infrastructure.

Gentrification

The process by which urban neighborhoods undergo change, often leading to increased property values and displacement of lower-income residents.