Cities and the Challenge of Sustainable Development

What is a sustainable city? Learn the basics.

These videos are from the SDG Academy mini-course Cities and the Challenge of Sustainable Development, first launched in 2015 and taught entirely by Columbia University Professor Jeffrey Sachs.

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The 10-point Agenda for 21st Century Cities

The 10-point Agenda for 21st Century Cities

From SDG Academy on 20 August, 2019

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In this chapter, Jeffrey Sachs proposes a 10-point agenda that cities should follow to catalyze sustainable development, and outlines some of the pros and cons of…
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Why Cities: The Importance of SDG 11

Why Cities: The Importance of SDG 11

From SDG Academy on 20 August, 2019

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This chapter provides an overview of the ideas and thought processes that are used to work towards achieving sustainable cities. Jeffrey Sachs elaborates on the…
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Cities and the Challenge of Sustainable Development – Trailer

From SDG Academy on 2 August, 2019

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Introduction to the SDGs and Cities

Introduction to the SDGs and Cities

From SDG Academy on 20 August, 2019

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An introduction to the course Cities and the Challenge of Sustainable Development. Jeffrey Sachs provides an overview of the SDGs and how they relate to cities,…
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Cities as Hubs of Knowledge

Cities as Hubs of Knowledge

From SDG Academy on 20 August, 2019

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This chapter summarizes the concepts discussed in the course Cities and the Challenge of Sustainable Development. Jeffrey Sachs review the cross-cutting issues discussed…
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Urban Environment and Energy Systems

Urban Environment and Energy Systems

From SDG Academy on 20 August, 2019

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Jeffrey Sachs highlights some of the most urgent issues in the development of sustainable urban areas, particularly those caused by climate change and pollution, and in…

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