The Conceptual Framework of a Green City: In Relevance to a Tier-II city of India

Year 2025, Volume: 8 Issue: 1, 11 - 25

Anshul Jain , Dr. Ananda Babu K.

Abstract

Numerous concepts exist to elucidate Sustainability, Green buildings, green architecture, and Green and sustainable cities. The notion of sustainability is firmly ingrained in our historical background. Various scholars have extensively articulated its meaning through their concepts and studies. When these theories are put into practice, the assessment of a city's sustainable approach typically necessitates a structured framework. This article presents the Green City Conceptual [GCP] framework for a Tier-II city in India, encompassing its elements, involved stakeholders, effective and transformative green development vision, as well as detailed strategies for each sustainability metric. The focus is on historical sustainability theories, their execution, and repercussions. This framework aids in comprehending the concept of green cities, elucidating potential factors influencing their measured green performances over time, establishing objectives, and monitoring progress. Tailoring to the specific requirements of individual cities can be achieved by referencing previous research data, studies, and applying them to urban areas in India. The article concludes that the integration of effective and transformative green development elements into specified metrics will undeniably facilitate Indian cities in attaining a sustainable future. Challenges such as obtaining accurate and pertinent data, access to trained personnel, political leaders' willingness in policy-making, suitable weather conditions, and economic considerations during fieldwork may emerge during implementation. Nevertheless, if all stakeholders engage proactively, adopt a positive outlook, fully implement all strategies, and regularly assess performance, the realization of environmentally friendly Indian cities becomes feasible

Keywords

Green city model, Environment friendly city, stakeholders performance, Green buildings, sustainable development of Tier-II cities

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