Introduction

Wu Deng; Ali Cheshmehzangi

doi:10.1007/978-981-10-8345-7_1

Introduction

Wu Deng^*
, Ali Cheshmehzangi

^*Corresponding author for this work

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The opening chapter notes that more than half of the world’s current population live in urban settlements. From a historic perspective, the exponential growth of the urban population is a result of cities becoming the ultimate destination for fulfilling the aspirations of material comfort, prosperity and various opportunities. Two of history’s most renowned urban centres, Ur and Anyang, are examined briefly—both failed due to excessive demand without considering the natural capacity and their lack of preparation for the challenges of climate change. The magnitude and complexity of the problems we face today are far greater than those experienced by Ur and Shang. We have to change the way in which we construct our cities, communities and buildings in order not to repeat the failings of past civilisations. This chapter introduces some insights into the ideals of sustainable development, and, subsequently, the concept of eco-development.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	Palgrave Series in Asia and Pacific Studies
Publisher	Springer
Pages	1-12
Number of pages	12
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-10-8345-7_1
Publication status	Published - 2018

Publication series

Name	Palgrave Series in Asia and Pacific Studies
ISSN (Print)	2662-7922
ISSN (Electronic)	2662-7930

UN SDGs

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SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities

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Ancient cities
Failure
Urban challenges
Urbanisation

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Sociology and Political Science
Political Science and International Relations

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