URBAN SUSTAINABILITY CHALLENGES: INTEGRATING ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE, PUBLIC POLICY, AND COMMUNITY BEHAVIOR
Keywords:
Urban sustainability, environmental policy, community behavior, interdisciplinary research, sustainable cities, public policy.Abstract
Rapid urbanization has intensified sustainability challenges in cities worldwide, including environmental degradation, resource scarcity, and social inequality. Addressing these complex problems requires an interdisciplinary approach that integrates environmental science, public policy, and community behavior. This study examines urban sustainability challenges by exploring how policy frameworks, scientific interventions, and citizen participation interact to influence sustainable urban development. Using survey data and secondary policy analysis from selected European cities, the study identifies key barriers and enabling factors for urban sustainability. The findings reveal that while environmental policies and technological solutions are essential, community awareness and behavioral engagement play a decisive role in achieving long-term sustainability outcomes. The paper concludes with policy recommendations emphasizing participatory governance and integrated planning for sustainable urban futures.
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