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Want to learn how to build a sustainable city? Ask Peter Calthorpe.

- Peter's work is influenced by the counterculture of the 60s.
- Whole systems thinking is crucial for sustainable design.
- Energy-efficient buildings can enhance comfort and reduce environmental impact.
- Urban design requires a multidisciplinary approach.
- The American dream of suburban living is evolving post-2008.
- Transit-oriented development is essential for sustainable urban growth.
- Political support is vital for implementing innovative urban planning ideas.
- Urbanism can be a conservation strategy against climate change.
- The mismatch between housing supply and demographic needs is critical.
- Future urban planners should prioritize a holistic understanding of urban systems.
Chapters
- 00:00 The Roots of Sustainable Design
- 13:33 Global Urban Planning Challenges
- 22:12 Preparing Future Urban Planners
- 26:11 The Future of Urban Planning
- 36:55 Achievements and Reflections
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