Learning from Sustainable Cities in Europe

European cities are celebrated for their livability with features such as a blend of new and historic architecture working comfortably beside each other; walkable and green areas in city centers supported by modern transit and bicycle paths rather than exclusive reliance on cars; preservation and recycling that reduces waste; and finally, innovative ways to meet energy needs on a scale rarely found in US cities. A wide range of cities will be highlighted in this course.

Recommended Reading: Green Cities of Europe: Global Lessons on Green Urbanism, edited by Timothy Beatley, ISBN 978-1610911757.

Christopher Silver is Professor Emeritus, Department of Urban and Regional Planning, University of Florida, and a Fellow of the American Institute of Certified Planners. He has a PhD in Urban History from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a Master’s degree in Urban and Regional Planning from Virginia Commonwealth University.