Why we need to consider city shapes to save energy, water, and the climate

PHYSorg
Jul 7, 2026, 7:31 am100 ptsTrending
The world's future is in cities. It is estimated that by 2050, 7 out of 10 people will live in urban areas (although a recent CSH study suggests that the growth of large cities may be less dramatic than current projections indicate, it still points to continued and substantial urban growth).

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