Resilient Cities Under Climate Changes
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 August 2026
Special Issue Editors
Interests: smart cities; community resilience; climate change; energy saving devices and strategies
Interests: climate adaptability; urban resilience; sustainable design; generative design
Interests: ecological city planning and design; resilient city planning; national land space planning; urban renewal
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue focuses on advancing knowledge and practice in building urban resilience to climate change. It emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches that integrate urban planning, environmental science, engineering, and social equity to address escalating climate risks such as extreme heat, flooding, drought, and sea-level rise. Key topics include adaptive urban morphology to optimize layouts and infrastructure in high-density contexts, green-blue infrastructure solutions delivering ecological and social co-benefits, and the role of climate-responsive governance in fostering resilient communities. It also highlights data-driven planning tools, including remote sensing, AI, and machine learning, to support evidence-based decision-making. Contributions are encouraged to examine post-event recovery experiences, innovative climate-resilient infrastructure, and strategies to ensure vulnerable populations are not left behind. The Issue seeks original research, reviews, and case studies demonstrating theoretical contributions, methodological rigor, and practical impact. By showcasing diverse geographic and socio-economic contexts, this collection aims to inspire transformative solutions that both reduce current vulnerabilities and prepare cities for uncertain futures. Ultimately, it aspires to advance sustainable, inclusive, and proactive resilience practices in urban environments worldwide.
Prof. Dr. Kairui Feng
Dr. Shiqi Zhou
Dr. Hui Chen
Dr. Tao Shen
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- urban resilience
- climate adaptation strategies
- sustainable urban morphology
- green-blue infrastructure
- climate equity
- data-driven urban planning
- multi-hazard resilience
- post-disaster recovery
- climate-responsive governance
- transformative urban solutions
- innovative infrastructure
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