Urbanization
- Author: United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs
- Main Title: Shaping the Trends of Our Time , pp 71-101
- Publication Date: October 2020
- DOI: https://doi.org/10.18356/44d3b274-en
- Language: English
Among the megatrends considered in this report, urbanization is the most certain. Between 2020 and 2050, globally, the portion of people living in urban areas will shift from 53 per cent to 70 per cent. This trend is undisputed and irreversible. In 30 years, cities and towns will contribute two thirds of world economic output and consume 80 per cent of the planet’s natural resources. In 2030, when the international community may plan to establish global targets for 2045, achieving sustainable development will rest squarely on sustainable urban development (United Nations, 2018b).
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ISBN (PDF):
9789210053556
Book DOI:
https://doi.org/10.18356/d81797b7-en
Related Subject(s):
Economic and Social Development
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Environment and Climate Change
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United Nations
Sustainable Development Goals:
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