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Interdisciplinary Linkages among Sustainability Dimensions in the Context of European Cities and Regions Research

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  • Stanislav E. Shmelev

    (Environment Europe Foundation, Fluwelen Burgwal 58, The Hague Humanity Hub, 2511 CJ The Hague, The Netherlands)

  • Nathan Lefievre

    (Sciences Po, 75007 Paris, France)

  • Nadim Saadi

    (Department of Chemical Engineering, McGill University, Montreal, QC H3A 0G4, Canada)

  • Irina A. Shmeleva

    (Institute of Design and Urban Studies, ITMO University, St. Petersburg 199034, Russia)

Abstract

Many dimensions of urban sustainability are intricately intertwined; however, systematic assessment of those linkages is often missing. To explore the details of these interdisciplinary linkages, we employ an in-depth literature review technique coupled with a multidimensional assessment of sustainability for 1300+ cities and regions in Europe. The wealth of indicators affecting economic, smart, social and environmental dimensions are linked within a coherent framework illustrating systemic links in urban sustainability. The performance of cities is illustrated using the multidimensional framework highlighting the contributions of various factors. The spectacular performance of Stockholm, Paris, London, Gothenburg, Malmö, Munich and Hamburg are illustrated with examples. Policy recommendations are offered to make cities and regions around the world more sustainable.

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  • Stanislav E. Shmelev & Nathan Lefievre & Nadim Saadi & Irina A. Shmeleva, 2023. "Interdisciplinary Linkages among Sustainability Dimensions in the Context of European Cities and Regions Research," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 15(20), pages 1-28, October.
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