An urban sustainability measure refers to a specific action or policy implemented in a city to promote long-term environmental, social, and economic well-being.
Related terms
Green infrastructure: Green infrastructure refers to the network of natural areas, parks, green spaces, and sustainable practices integrated into urban planning to improve environmental quality.
Transit-oriented development (TOD): Transit-oriented development is an urban planning strategy that focuses on creating compact, mixed-use communities around public transit stations to reduce car dependency and promote sustainable transportation options.
Renewable energy: Renewable energy refers to energy sources that can be naturally replenished over time, such as solar power or wind power. Implementing renewable energy technologies is an important aspect of urban sustainability measures.