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Case-Based Exploration Of The Nexus Between Transformative Urban Megadevelopments And Sustainability

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  • Ioannis VARDOPOULOS

    (School of Environment, Geography and Applied Economics, Harokopio University of Athens, 17676 Kallithea, Greece)

  • Christos GEORGIOU

    (School of Architecture, Land, Environmental Sciences, Neapolis University Pafos, 8042 Pafos, Cyprus)

  • Irene VOUKKALI

    (Laboratory of Chemical Engineering and Engineering Sustainability, Open University of Cyprus, Latsia, 2220 Nicosia, Cyprus)

  • Constantinos VASSILIADES

    (School of Architecture, Land, Environmental Sciences, Neapolis University Pafos, 8042 Pafos, Cyprus)

  • Luca SALVATI

    (Department of Methods and Models for Economics, Territory and Finance, Faculty of Economics, Sapienza University of Rome, 00161 Rome, Italy)

Abstract

Focused on examining the intricate interplay between megadevelopments and sustainability, this paper analyzes four (4) international cases. The study identifies strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats inherent in megadevelopments, understood as large-scale urban real estate projects with transformative effects on their surroundings, requiring comprehensive planning. Concerns about environmental impacts arise, but the research showcases notable sustainability practices, including advanced technologies and management methods dedicated to mitigating social, economic, and environmental consequences. Results highlight the importance of sustainable decision-making, governance, and policies for urban megadevelopments. The current research contributes to sustainable urban development and planning knowledge, revealing challenges and opportunities posed by megadevelopments. Further research should delve into sustainable urban transformation complexities, advancing collective understanding in this vital field.

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  • Ioannis VARDOPOULOS & Christos GEORGIOU & Irene VOUKKALI & Constantinos VASSILIADES & Luca SALVATI, 2024. "Case-Based Exploration Of The Nexus Between Transformative Urban Megadevelopments And Sustainability," Theoretical and Empirical Researches in Urban Management, Research Centre in Public Administration and Public Services, Bucharest, Romania, vol. 19(3), pages 5-30, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:rom:terumm:v:19:y:2024:i:3:p:5-30
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