At the opening of the conference “My Home”, Fernando de Mello Franco warned about the “violent” urbanism of cities and advocated a return to backyards to rebuild connections with the planet.
36 Years of PÚBLICO Conference: "The disconnection between nature and the city deteriorates living conditions"
Wednesday, 4 March 2026RSS
Context & Explainers
Sustainability (sustentabilidade) means meeting present needs without reducing the ability of future generations to meet theirs, covering environmental, economic and social dimensions. For residents it affects local planning, jobs and services—look for municipal or company targets, timelines and measurable actions when assessing how sustainable a place or employer is.
