I am starting a class and I want to include elements of sustainability and sustainable cities. Any suggestion?
Well, I am interested in both, but for now I am more focused in sustainable cities. Hopefully, more of a bakcground nature. Hope you have an idea.... thanks!!!
Pablo
Great! Thanks Michael!
Hi Pablo, I suggest the "Towards sustainable cities" chapter by United Nations (2013):
http://www.un.org/en/development/desa/policy/wess/wess_current/wess2013/Chapter3.pdf
Regards.
Great Omar, Could you let me know what is the main document? I cannot access it
I attach it
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