Urban areas

We live in an urbanized world. Over half of the global population lives in cities, and in Denmark, over 80% of the population resides in urban areas.

Cities are an essential piece in achieving global sustainability goals. Their transformation, renewal, development, and organization are critical for the green transition. This applies to energy, resources and minerals, climate change, biodiversity, and food production. At the same time, urban areas must be attractive and livable for people, support cultural identity, social cohesion, innovation, and economic prosperity.

Our research network "Urban solutions to green transitions" investigates how we can best create green and sustainable cities.

Urban areas in the green transition

Green urban solutions are diverse and interdisciplinary. They range from sustainable transport and sustainable construction to urban agriculture, robust and circular supply chains, and nature-based climate adaptation. Green urban solutions also include areas rich in biodiversity, accessible and attractive urban spaces, and fair decision-making processes involving residents.

Green urban solutions range from sustainable transport and sustainable construction to urban agriculture, robust and circular supply chains, and nature-based climate adaptation.

Our research network "Urban solutions to green transitions" provides new insights and solutions on how cities can become greener. We bring together interdisciplinary research across a wide range of disciplines with the aim of improving decision-making and communication about science from local to global levels.

We aim to generate interdisciplinary research, design, and engagement for more sustainable urban development in Denmark and beyond to support national and global green transitions.