An urban sustainability plan refers to a comprehensive strategy developed by cities or communities to promote sustainable development, improve quality of life, and minimize negative environmental impacts.
Related terms
Green Infrastructure: Green infrastructure refers to natural or nature-based solutions integrated into urban areas that provide multiple benefits, such as improving air and water quality, reducing flooding, and enhancing biodiversity.
Smart Growth: Smart growth is an approach to urban planning that promotes compact, walkable communities with mixed land uses in order to reduce sprawl and promote sustainable transportation options.
Urban Heat Island Effect: The urban heat island effect occurs when cities experience significantly higher temperatures compared to surrounding rural areas due to the absorption and re-radiation of heat from buildings, pavement, and other human-made structures.