Welcome to Sustainable Cities Case Studies, the third and final course in the Building Sustainable Cities Specialization. This course is intended to build upon foundational concepts and ideas developed in the previous two courses. Upon completing Sustainable Cities Case Studies, you will be able to analyze and evaluate practical strategies for urban sustainability and resilience in context. You will gain insights by exploring significant events and locations, such as the August 2023 wildfire on Maui. You will also examine the effects of transit-oriented development in Washington DC, the development of bicycle infrastructure in Copenhagen, and urban agriculture in Singapore. These case studies will provide a diverse understanding of how different cities address sustainability and resilience challenges.


您将学到什么
Understand urban firestorm events, and develop a recovery strategy that demonstrates best practices in “Firewise” communities.
Evaluate how the green jobs transition is growing the local economy in DC, and how access to green space and transit plays a role in gentrification.
Appraise the social, economic, and environmental value of robust bicycle transit options in Copenhagen.
Examine how circular economy principles affect overall social wellbeing and success through Singapore’s Green Plan and Zero Waste Masterplan.
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要了解的详细信息
了解顶级公司的员工如何掌握热门技能

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- 获得可共享的职业证书

该课程共有5个模块
Welcome to the Sustainable Cities Case Studies course. Get started by meeting the instructors, reviewing expectations for the specialization and course, and introducing yourself to the class.
涵盖的内容
2个视频2篇阅读材料1个讨论话题
This module explores the ecological, policy, and social factors surrounding the August 2023 Maui wildfire. Students will compare it to similar wildfires and urban firestorms, and develop a recovery strategy using "Firewise" community practices. The module includes quizzes and case studies to aid in understanding urban firestorm risks and effective recovery methods.
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4个视频9篇阅读材料3个作业1次同伴评审1个讨论话题
This module examines the impact of transit-oriented development policies on housing, employment, and food security in Washington, DC. Students will analyze access to green spaces and public transit, exploring their role in urban gentrification and developing strategies to mitigate green gentrification. Additionally, the module evaluates the green jobs transition, focusing on new career opportunities and economic growth. Quizzes and case studies support the development of sustainable urban policies.
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4个视频8篇阅读材料3个作业1次同伴评审1个讨论话题
This module investigates Copenhagen's 2030 carbon-neutral goal and its influence on urban infrastructure. Students will evaluate the social, economic, and environmental benefits of bicycle transit in comparison to car dependency. The module also addresses the challenges and prospects of transitioning from carbon to renewable energy and identifies strategies to enhance flood resilience in coastal cities, using Copenhagen as a case study.
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5个视频9篇阅读材料4个作业1次同伴评审1个讨论话题
This module delves into Singapore's water management priorities, highlighting the global applicability of its technologies and policies. Students will assess urban agriculture's impact on food security and public health, and explore how circular economy principles promote resource efficiency, sustainability, and economic growth. The module includes case studies and quizzes to facilitate understanding of sustainable practices and resource management.
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4个视频9篇阅读材料3个作业1次同伴评审1个讨论话题
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