[Figure 1] Walkability is a key component of any sustainable neighborhood. Walkability not only reduces energy use, but also in- creases public health. Picture shows a pedestrian street in Ljubljana, Slovenia.
Learning Outcomes
After studying this chapter, you should be able to:
- Define urbanization
- Recognize some of the main urbanization challenges facing the developing world
- Describe impacts from urban sprawl
- Explain green urbanism
