Future is Urban: Livability, Resilience & Resource Conservation: Proceedings of the International Conference on FUTURE IS URBAN: Livability, Resilience and Resource Conservation (ICFU 2021), December 16-18, 2021

Cities are becoming overwhelmed and intervention is needed to create green, blue, and egalitarian nature. Increased citizen participation is essential for planning future cities that are social, take care of the environment, and are digital.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 678 pages
Publication date: 26 May 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Cities have held a significant place in our lives since the dawn of civilization. Nevertheless, cities are gradually becoming overwhelmed, necessitating intervention towards a greener, bluer, and more egalitarian nature. Despite the existing urban challenges, we must rise to the occasion as professionals to design cities that are socially inclusive, environmentally responsible, and digitally advanced. Increased citizen participation is paramount in this transformative process.

The ‘International Conference on Future is Urban (IFCU 21)’ held from December 16 to 18, 2021, in Ahmedabad, India, aims to address key aspects for planning future cities. The conference delves into livability, resilience, and resource conservation, recognizing their vital role in shaping the future of urban environments.

Cities have the potential to be vibrant, sustainable, and inclusive places for all their inhabitants. However, the rapid growth and development of cities have also brought about numerous challenges, including urban sprawl, environmental degradation, social inequality, and economic disparities. To address these challenges, it is essential to adopt a holistic and integrated approach that considers the needs and aspirations of both the present and future generations.

One of the key themes of the IFCU 21 conference is the role of technology in shaping the future of cities. The conference seeks to explore how digital technologies, such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, the Internet of Things (IoT), and smart city technologies, can be used to improve urban planning, infrastructure, transportation, and resource management. By leveraging these technologies, cities can become more efficient, sustainable, and resilient, while also enhancing the quality of life for their citizens.

Another important theme of the conference is the importance of citizen participation in urban planning and decision-making processes. The conference aims to foster a sense of ownership and responsibility among citizens towards their cities, by providing them with opportunities to engage in the planning and implementation of urban projects. This can include participatory budgeting, community-based initiatives, and citizen-led research projects.

In conclusion, cities have played a crucial role in our lives since the dawn of civilization, and their importance will continue to grow in the future. The IFCU 21 conference provides a platform for professionals, policymakers, and citizens to come together and explore innovative solutions for planning future cities that are socially inclusive, environmentally responsible, and digitally advanced. By adopting a collaborative and inclusive approach, we can create cities that are not only prosperous but also sustainable and resilient for generations to come.

Weight: 1315g
Dimension: 280 x 210 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032378923