Urban Infrastructure Development for Environmental Sustainability
A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Sustainable Urban and Rural Development".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (31 December 2023) | Viewed by 2102
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues:
Urban infrastructure development for environmental sustainability is a topic that focuses on creating and improving infrastructure in urban areas with the goal of promoting sustainable practices and minimizing the negative impact on the environment. As populations continue to grow, urban areas are increasingly facing environmental challenges such as air and water pollution, waste management, urban floods, and climate change. To address these issues, cities are investing in new infrastructure and technology to create more sustainable urban environments.
Sustainable urban infrastructure development includes various areas of focus, including green building design, transportation infrastructure, renewable energy production, and water management. Green building design involves using energy-efficient technologies, and sustainable materials, and designing buildings to minimize waste. Transportation infrastructure includes promoting sustainable mobility, such as bike lanes, pedestrian walkways, and public transportation. Renewable energy production promotes the use of renewable energy sources, and water management involves managing water resources through various systems.
Climate change is already having significant impacts on cities around the world, including more frequent and severe weather events such as flooding and heat waves. To address this, cities are investing in climate adaptation infrastructure such as green roofs, permeable pavement, and flood barriers. They are also developing emergency response plans and other strategies to help residents cope with the impacts of climate change.
The development of sustainable infrastructure in urban areas is becoming increasingly important as more people move to cities, putting pressure on resources and contributing to climate change. By prioritizing sustainability in urban infrastructure development, cities can reduce their environmental footprint and promote a better quality of life for their residents.
Sustainable infrastructure should not only benefit affluent areas or certain groups of residents. Instead, it should be accessible and equitable for all residents, regardless of income or other demographic factors. This can involve investing in underserved areas, providing affordable transportation options, and ensuring that green spaces and other amenities are available to everyone.
Overall, sustainable urban infrastructure development is important for promoting environmental sustainability, reducing environmental footprints, conserving resources, and creating healthier and more liveable urban environments.
In this Special Issue, original research articles and reviews are welcome. Research areas may include (but are not limited to) the following:
- Green Infrastructure
- Climate Adaptation
- Sustainable Development
- Urban Development
- Urban Heat Islands
- Urban Flood Management
- Sea level rise and coastal cities
- Resilient Cities
I look forward to receiving your contributions.
Prof. Dr. A. K. M. S. Islam
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- adaptation
- climate change
- infrastructure
- resilient
- sustainable development
- urban
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