Urbanization and Its Effects on Environmental Sustainability

Authors

  • Professor Khalid Mahmood University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore Author

Keywords:

Urbanization, sustainability, environmental impact, air pollution, water pollution, resource depletion, biodiversity loss, urban planning, green infrastructure, renewable energy

Abstract

The rapid growth of cities, a phenomenon known as urbanization, is a defining feature of the 21st century. While urbanization offers economic and social benefits, it also poses significant challenges to environmental sustainability. This article explores the multifaceted relationship between urbanization and the environment, highlighting the negative impacts on air and water quality, resource depletion, and biodiversity loss. It also discusses potential solutions and strategies for promoting sustainable urban development and mitigating the environmental consequences of urbanization.

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Published

2019-06-30

Issue

Vol. 2 No. 01 (2019): Journal of Philosophical Criticism

Section

Articles