The way we plan, design, and build our cities in the next decades will determine whether there is a thriving future for us and the natural world around us.
Schools Reinventing Cities challenges students to think about how we can build happier, healthier communities for an inclusive and climate resilient future. Hear from C40's Mark Watts about what climate action in cities can look like.
What are your ideas to reinvent our cities?
Designing a sustainable neighbourhood is a complex task - many people live and work in cities and they all have different needs and ideas of what makes a nice place to live. The good news is that making just one part of your neighbourhood better, like making it safer to cycle, can have other positive impacts, like cleaning the air we breathe!
We've divided how to build a better city into 10 topic areas. Check out the videos below to hear from Students Reinventing Cities winners and C40 staff about what you need to consider when making a great place for everyone in your city.
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How can you make the buildings in your city better for people and the environment?
How can you reinvent urban mobility?
How we can make sure everyone is included?
Green energy
How can we power our cities and have a reliable, long-term energy supply?
How can we protect our cities from the risks posed by the climate crisis?
How can we ensure there is clean and sufficient water supplied to our cities?
How can we make space for nature in our cities?
How can we make healthy, happier cities?
How can we reduce our waste and improve how we use resources in our cities?
How can we incorporate a more plant-based diet, with less emissions, and reduce our food waste?
