The 'green islands' programme should therefore be understood as a starting point and not as an end in itself. It is now up to the cities to transform this opportunity into consistent practice. Opinion by Duarte Natário
Restoring the city through nature
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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.
