This article reviews the critical issues surrounding the development of sustainable urban
environments, focusing on the impact of transport and urban form on energy consumption …

Evidence suggests that children and adolescents fail to meet international physical activity
recommendations and are at heightened risk of non-communicable conditions, including …

The use of cars in cities has many negative impacts, including pollution, noise and the use of
space. Yet, detecting factors that reduce the use of cars is a serious challenge, particularly …

Over the years, the urban planning literature has focused substantial attention on walkability
research, aiming to enhance physical activity and sustainable communities through urban …

Urban development in China is entering an era of stock space utilisation. Herein, the spatial
composite utilisation is a crucial approach to high-quality urban spatial development …

The relationship between walking and the built environment is gaining increased attention
for promoting sustainable transport and healthy communities. However, while pedestrians …

Pedestrian interventions for healthier and more inclusive streetscapes can be powerful
mechanisms to increase the safety and comfort of walking in African cities. This article …

The relationship between the spatial configuration of the built environment and outdoor
physical activity is supported in the literature. However, the role of crime prevention …

In today's world, creating safe, comfortable, and beautiful slow communities has become an
urgent research topic for addressing energy crises, environmental pollution, and traffic …

Walking as one type of physical activity generates benefits for personal health and
contributes to sustainability in its environmental, economic, and social dimensions. Based …