TOPIC 10 SUSTAINABLE CITIES. Why sustainability matters?

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TOPIC 10 SUSTAINABLE CITIES

Why sustainability matters?

SUSTAINABLE BALANCE Environmental Integrity Economic Vitality Community Well Being Cultural Enhancement

THE TWO MOST IMPORTANT FACTORS AFFECTING SAFETY PEOPLE KNOWING EACH OTHER PEOPLE ACTING TOGETHER

A Safe Environment A safe environment is the foundation of a healthy city Environment sustainability = health for people Characterized by walkable neighborhoods, local food production, quality open space and mixed local land uses Sustainability policy is well entrenched in planning policy and practice