Urban dwellers constitute over half of the global population. Cities are economic powerhouses, representing about 60% of the world’s GDP. At the same time, cities also account for about 70% of global carbon emissions. The challenges and consequences of rapid urbanization, including poorly planned cities and inadequate infrastructure, are manifold and contribute to social inequity, Environmental degradation, and public health risks. As an international community, civic society must strategically reflect on how we occupy space on this planet. Through Sustainable Development Goal #11, the UN aims to transform the way urban spaces are built and managed.
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Sustainable Cities and Communities
