A Green City

A green city is an urban area focused on sustainability. Lowered levels of pollution, greater energy conservation, and renewable energy sources are a few of the goals of a green city.

By August P.

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Green cities making an IMP∆CT:

Toronto, Canada has the world's largest deep water cooling system. It is used to cool over 100 buildings in the city and saves enough electricity to power a town of 25,000. (Source: The Washington Post)
Dubai, United Arab Emirates has a housing development called 'Sustainable City.' This city recycles its water and waste and produces more energy than it consumes. Dubai aims to get 75% of its energy from clean and renewable sources by 2050. (Source: Sustainability Magazine)
Orlando, Florida takes full advantage of its 230-plus sunny days a year by using solar power. The city launched its second solar co-op in 2020, helping residents band together to get bulk pricing on installing home solar systems. (Source: Parade Magazine)

To learn more about the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal #12, click on the icon.