Cohen Takeaways- Herrick

After reading The Sustainable City by Steven Cohen, I learned that living sustainably is not just about preserving nature but also the transition to a green economy in cities. Since the majority of people in the world live in urban areas, it is imperative that cities and nature exist together in harmony. If we don’t want to destroy the world and cause a climate crisis, cities around the world have to change what they are doing by being more sustainable. Many cities have already invested in changing their infrastructure for the sake of the future, from renewable energy and energy efficiency to mass transit and waste management. However, there is still much left to do. For cities to become more sustainable, there has to be a change in public policies and legislation that is geared towards solutions to climate change. There are a number of great examples of sustainability from all around the world that can be adapted and implemented today.