The Urban Environment
Geography · 3 hrs Lecture
Offered: Fall Only, Every Year
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GEOG-2414 prerequisites
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Description
Cities are challenged by the rapid acceleration of pollution, consumption of non-renewable resources and resulting waste, as well as biodiversity loss. In the coming decades nearly three quarters of the world population will be living in urban places underscoring the urgency for more sustainable and environmentally sensitive cities. This course examines the development of cities since the Industrial Revolution and the impact of urban structure and functions on the environment. Core urban design principles and a range of urban planning approaches are considered to shift urban areas towards sustainability.
Requisite courses
GEOG-1105 or GEOG-1102 or GEOG-1103 or permission of the instructor or permission of the chair [prerequisite(s)].
From the 2026-27 undergraduate calendar. Always verify details on WebAdvisor or with an academic advisor before registering.