Should Cities Be Sustainable?

Sustainable cities aren't just beneficial for the environment, they benefit all who live there as well. In a time where the majority of the world's population live in cities, making them attractive places to live which integrate systems thinking principles into their fundamental design should be our goal.

Are cities more sustainable?

Cities and metros are not only leading the way in sustainability; they offer an intrinsically greener, less wasteful and more energy efficient way of life. ... Larger, denser cities are cleaner and more energy efficient than smaller cities, suburbs, and even small towns.

What happens if a city is not sustainable?

If more people move into unsustainable cities, resource consumption will increase, meaning urbanization could lead to near certain disaster, not just with global climate, but also with regards to air pollution and water.

Chloe Bennett

Chloe Bennett

Culture, Media & Entertainment Columnist

Chloe Bennett explores the intersection of pop culture, streaming entertainment, digital trends, and contemporary lifestyle. Her weekly commentary reaches thousands of culture enthusiasts.