Measures to achieve urban sustainability in cities

The urban sustainability is a fundamental objective to ensure equitable and responsible development in Latin American cities. These measures, framed in the context of sustainable development, seek to improve the quality of life of inhabitants and preserve resources for future generations.

Next, we will break down the six areas of action that determine the sustainable development of a city in this region and we will present concrete examples of how they have been applied in cities in Latin America.

6 keys that determine urban sustainability

1. Urban model

The sustainable urban model seeks to curb unlimited growth and exploitation, taking advantage of available resources and soil wealth to achieve a sustainable city. Some key measures in this area include:

2. Sustainable mobility and transport

Sustainable mobility is essential to reduce pollution and improve air quality in cities. Some notable measures are:

3. Urban management and citizen participation

The active participation of citizens in urban management is essential to achieve a more sustainable city in line with the needs of its inhabitants. Some measures to promote citizen participation are:

4. Building

A sustainable building seeks to reduce resource consumption and emissions generated by buildings. Some steps to achieve this include:

5. Mitigation and adaptation to climate change

Cities must be prepared to face the challenges of climate change. Some measures to mitigate and adapt to its effects are:

6. Relations between the rural and urban worlds

The relationship between the rural and urban worlds is crucial to maintaining a sustainable balance in the region. Some measures to achieve this are:

Examples of how these measures have been applied in cities in the region

Green buildings in Chile

Medellin's green spaces

Transmillennia in Colombia

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