This course provides an overview of urban sustainability through the lens of urban planning, covering topics such as the origins of urban sustainability, tools for sustainability planning, global dimensions of sustainability (including different approaches to planning across world regions), and visions for creating sustainable futures. There will be classroom seminar discussions, written reflections on assigned readings and videos, and guest speakers. Additionally, students will work in small teams during off-site project fieldwork to support the sustainability mission of community partners. This course best suits students who already have a general understanding of land use planning approaches and sustainability concepts. Students should gain this understanding through prior work, internships, or sustainability-focused or urban planning courses. If you are unsure whether this course is right for you, please contact the instructor. This is a Cardinal Course certified by the Haas Center for Public Service.
4-5 units · Letter or Credit/No Credit · GER: WAY-EDP, WAY-SI
This course provides an overview of urban sustainability through the lens of urban planning, covering topics such as the origins of urban sustainability, tools for sustainability planning, global dimensions of sustainability (including different approaches to planning across world regions), and visions for creating sustainable futures. There will be classroom seminar discussions, written reflections on assigned readings and videos, and guest speakers. Additionally, students will work in small teams during off-site project fieldwork to support the sustainability mission of community partners. This course best suits students who already have a general understanding of land use planning approaches and sustainability concepts. Students should gain this understanding through prior work, internships, or sustainability-focused or urban planning courses. If you are unsure whether this course is right for you, please contact the instructor. This is a Cardinal Course certified by the Haas Center for Public Service.
Offered in Spring 2026 at Stanford University.