Advanced Studies in Sustainable Urban Planning and Urban Development
A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Sustainable Urban and Rural Development".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2025 | Viewed by 135
Special Issue Editors
Interests: urban research in Asia; urban commercial research; urban space research; urban landscape research; urban analysis
Interests: urban expansion; urban sprawl; urban governance
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Sustainable urban planning is vital in addressing rapid urbanization, climate change, and resource depletion. As cities grow, challenges related to infrastructure, transportation, and environmental impact increase. Effective planning integrates architecture, environmental science, and public policy to create resilient, resource-efficient, and livable cities. Key research areas include green infrastructure, low-carbon urban design, smart city technologies, and circular economy strategies. By leveraging digital transformation and participatory governance, sustainable urban development enhances quality of life while reducing environmental impact. Advancing this field is crucial for building resilient urban ecosystems and ensuring long-term sustainability. The Special Issue on "Advanced Studies in Sustainable Urban Planning and Development" aligns with Sustainability by addressing urban resilience, low-carbon development, smart cities, and green infrastructure. It explores interdisciplinary approaches to sustainable urban growth, supporting the journal’s mission to advance environmental, social, and economic sustainability.
In this Special Issue, original research articles and reviews are welcome. Research areas may include (but not limited to) the following:
- Sustainable urban planning;
- Smart cities;
- Green infrastructure;
- Digital transformation;
- Sustainable mobility;
- Low-carbon and energy-efficient urban development;
- Policy and governance for sustainable cities.
We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Prof. Dr. Shichen Zhao
Dr. Prasanna Divigalipitiya
Dr. Xiaoyan Mi
Guest Editors
Manuscript Submission Information
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Keywords
- sustainable urban
- smart cities
- green infrastructure
- low-carbon development
- energy-efficient architecture
- environmental policy
- participatory urban governance
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