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What is the primary goal of sustainable cities?
What is the primary goal of sustainable cities?
- Prioritizing a good quality of life for residents (correct)
- Constructing tall buildings
- Increasing carbon emissions
- Maximizing economic growth
Why is it crucial for cities to be more environmentally friendly?
Why is it crucial for cities to be more environmentally friendly?
- To contribute significantly to harmful emissions
- To protect the environment and reduce carbon emissions (correct)
- To prioritize economic development over environmental concerns
- To increase air pollution levels
What are some challenges associated with rapid urbanization?
What are some challenges associated with rapid urbanization?
- Reduced air pollution
- Preserving cultural heritage effectively
- Increased green spaces
- Inadequate infrastructure and services (correct)
Who needs to be involved in building sustainable communities?
Who needs to be involved in building sustainable communities?
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Why do sustainable development goals emphasize meeting present needs without compromising future generations?
Why do sustainable development goals emphasize meeting present needs without compromising future generations?
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- Sustainable development goals include sustainable cities and communities, aiming to meet present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs.
- Sustainable cities prioritize a good quality of life for residents while protecting the environment, offering housing, green spaces, public transport, and preserving cultural heritage.
- With over half the global population residing in cities, urban areas contribute significantly to harmful carbon emissions, making it crucial for cities to be more environmentally friendly.
- Rapid urbanization often leads to inadequate infrastructure, services, and increased air pollution, emphasizing the importance of sustainable urban planning and development.
- Building sustainable communities requires efforts from governments, administrations, and individuals to reduce environmental impact, provide safe housing, and preserve cultural and natural heritage.
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