Cities hold the key to turning the carbon challenge into clean growth

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From educating citizens to prioritising green infrastructure and investment, cities can drive the transition to a more sustainable economy, writes UK Business Council for Sustainable Development’s Jason Longhurst

Cities are one of the great achievements of human civilisation: logistical miracles where thousands - or even millions - of us come together to live, work and play. Throughout history, but especially...

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