Sustainable cities in a changing world Save article Remove saved article

In many parts of the world, municipalities are taking a leading role in finding ways to build a better society. This includes providing public-transit alternatives to personal vehicles, diverting waste from landfills and into recycling programs, and implementing programs that support good physical and mental health.

Initiatives such as these are a big part of building a future that is more “sustainable” – defined as “meeting the needs of current generations in a way that