The Intellectual Foundation of a Sustainable City in Pertinence to Tier-II Cities in India
Keywords:
Economic growth, Green buildings, Numerous frameworks, Sustainable city, Stakeholder participationAbstract
Numerous frameworks have been established to clarify the concepts of Sustainability, Green buildings, green architecture, and Green and sustainable cities. The principle of sustainability is deeply embedded in our historical narrative. Many academics have thoroughly explored its implications through various theories and empirical studies. In implementing these theoretical frameworks, the evaluation of a city's sustainability strategy often requires an organized structure. This paper introduces the Green City Conceptual [GCP] framework tailored for a Tier-II city in India, detailing its components, involved stakeholders, a robust and transformative vision for green development, and comprehensive strategies corresponding to each sustainability criterion. The emphasis is placed on historical sustainability theories, their practical applications, and subsequent impacts. This framework enhances understanding of the green city paradigm, clarifying potential determinants affecting their assessed green performance over time, setting objectives, and tracking advancements. Customization to the unique demands of specific urban areas can be accomplished by referencing extant research findings and studies and adapting them to urban contexts in India. The article concludes that incorporating effective and transformative elements of green development into defined metrics will undoubtedly assist Indian cities in achieving a sustainable future. Challenges may arise during implementation, including the acquisition of accurate and relevant data, access to skilled personnel, the commitment of political leaders in policymaking, favorable climate conditions, and economic factors during field operations. However, if all stakeholders actively participate, maintain a constructive perspective, fully execute all strategies, and consistently evaluate performance, the realization of environmentally sustainable cities in India becomes attainable.
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