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The environmental interface of cities

In: How Great Cities Happen

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At the same time as a growing recognition of the importance of the natural environment for the wellbeing, and perhaps survival of humans, the natural environment is collapsing and GHG emissions are causing harsh changes in climate. The form and footprint of cities, and the natural resources acquired and altered by cities to meet the growing city demands, are a major contributor to these environmental crises. Cities must urgently change to more sustainable living, by reducing GHG emissions to zero, and protecting and promoting the natural environment. Such changes require major adjustments in the current form of city infrastructure and transport, as well as changes in habits and behaviours in city populations, that may be costly for some, in terms of lifestyle and resources, and take people into uncertain territory. However, the result will not only create an improved environment, but also improve wellbeing, health, and lifestyles.

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  • ., 2023. "The environmental interface of cities," Chapters, in: How Great Cities Happen, chapter 7, pages 176-208, Edward Elgar Publishing.
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    1. Angstmann, Marius & Gärtner, Stefan & Angstmann, Marius, 2023. "Abriss, Neubau oder Sanierung - CO2-Emissionen im Gebäudesektor: Nicht nur sparsamer, sondern auch weniger," Forschung Aktuell 09/2023, Institut Arbeit und Technik (IAT), Westfälische Hochschule, University of Applied Sciences.

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