Citier: Bigger, Denser, Greener - Urban Development Trends in 2011

Explore the concept of sustainable urban development in this thought-provoking lecture by Hyejin Youn, Postdoctoral Fellow at the Santa Fe Institute. Delve into the interconnected aspects of city growth, population density, and environmental sustainability as Youn presents findings from the 2011 April Science Board Symposium. Gain insights into how cities can become bigger and denser while simultaneously becoming greener, challenging conventional notions of urban expansion. Examine the complex relationships between urban infrastructure, resource consumption, and ecological impact, and discover potential strategies for creating more efficient and environmentally friendly cities of the future.