Summary of "Developing Sustainable Infrastructure In New Cities" Draft 2

In the article “Developing Sustainable Infrastructure in New Cities”, Cho (2014), explained how the guidelines of the Envision Sustainability Rating System can improve the sustainability of infrastructures in urban cities that face rapid growth. Given the rising importance of developing sustainable infrastructure due to urban challenges such as floods and climate changes, the rating system was introduced to evaluate new developments. Cho then further elaborated her aim to provide an envision evaluation on a planned project in King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC). It is strategically located in an area that will potentially boost the economy and provide residences by 2020. Expecting a high growth rate, it is advised to implement a potent strategy for sustainable development. The Rating System allowed for sustainable infrastructures like “Nuevo Necaxa-Avila Camacho Highway” in Mexico and “Highways Vias Nuevas De Lima” to achieve the “Infrastructure 360” award. Cho hopes that progressing towards a sustainable future will influence the on-going investment strategies for KAEC and other cities globally.

Based on the description and examples mentioned by the author, the Envision Rating System is a feasible process for organizations to assess their project to make improvements which would, in turn, bring in many benefits.

Heidi, C. (Dec 17, 2014) Developing Sustainable Infrastructure in New Cities.  Retrieved from https://newcities.org/evaluating-sustainable-infrastructure-development-new-cities/