Why Sprawl Could Be The Next Big Climate Change Battle

A key source of urban sprawl’s damaging environmental effects is long commutes that cause car emissions. Reshaping neighborhoods through funding for public transportation and safe bike routes will allow for less car use and fewer carbon emissions in the air. Observers predict this could become a significant issue, with more people moving to cities and commuting farther from their jobs.

Discussion Questions

Do you believe housing affordability needs to be a factor in addressing urban sprawl? Why or why not?