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14: Sustainability and Urban Infrastructure

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    A pedestrian street in Ljubljana, Slovenia
    Figure 14.1 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. (Source)
    Learning Objectives

    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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