Insights About Smart Buildings and Sustainable Cities: An Editorial to the Book

Tongyu Zhou, Yi Chen, Wu Deng, Ali Cheshmehzangi

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Abstract

In the face of rapid urbanisation and increasing carbon emissions, China stands at a critical juncture in its quest for sustainable growth. As one of the world's largest economies, the country is grappling with the intricate task of balancing economic development with ecological preservation. This undertaking is increasingly pressing as the country aims to reach peak carbon emission targets by 2030, while simultaneously dealing with an expected urbanisation rate of 70% and a city population of approximately 1.1 billion. This scenario presents an array of challenges, chief among them being the need to confront rising building service demands, the pursuit of improved comfort lifestyles, energy supplies, and the consequent carbon emission.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationUrban Sustainability
PublisherSpringer
Pages1-6
Number of pages6
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2023

Publication series

NameUrban Sustainability
VolumePart F3690
ISSN (Print)2731-6483
ISSN (Electronic)2731-6491

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Waste Management and Disposal
  • Geography, Planning and Development
  • Transportation
  • Urban Studies

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