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Students will design and create a model of a sustainable city block that incorporates renewable energy sources, efficient transportation systems, and green spaces.

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- Science: Understand renewable energy principles
- Technology: Use digital tools for research and design
- Engineering: Apply design thinking process
- Art: Create aesthetic and functional designs
- Math: Calculate dimensions and energy efficiency ratios

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Students will develop collaboration, critical thinking, creativity, and communication skills through project-based learning.

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How can we design cities that meet human needs while protecting the environment?

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Teacher presents examples of sustainable cities worldwide and discusses key features. Students will use Padlet to share their initial thoughts about what makes a city sustainable.

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The Most Sustainable and Green Cities 2024

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Students work in groups to research different aspects of sustainable cities: energy, transportation, housing, and green spaces. Each group creates a digital mind map.

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Groups sketch their city block design, including calculations for dimensions and energy requirements. They must incorporate at least two renewable energy sources.

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Using recycled materials, students build their city block models. They must include working elements like mini solar panels or wind turbines.

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Advanced students can create a digital 3D model of their city using free CAD software and calculate potential energy savings.

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Simplified design templates and step-by-step guides available for students who need additional support.

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Monitor group discussions and design progress using a project checklist. Students will present their ongoing work on a shared Padlet board for peer feedback.

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Each team presents their model, explaining the sustainable features and mathematical calculations behind their design choices.

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Projects evaluated on:
- Scientific accuracy (25%)
- Engineering functionality (25%)
- Mathematical precision (20%)
- Artistic design (15%)
- Collaboration (15%)

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Groups compare and contrast different approaches to sustainable city design, discussing what worked well and what could be improved.

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Students answer:
1. What was the most challenging aspect of your design?
2. How did your team use STEAM skills to solve problems?
3. What would you do differently next time?

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Research a sustainable city initiative in your own community and create a brief presentation.

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Urban Sustainability Best Practices and Case Studies was a graduate and senior-level course in the School of Sustainability designed by Nalini Chhetri and advised by Anne Reichman, Director of the Sustainable Cities Network. In this applied course, students collaborated with stakeholders from cities and municipalities to document and analyze best practices, draft case studies, and provide insight on various sustainability topics.

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Student Research - Sustainable Cities Network

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Discover how Project Cities connects ASU students with local governments to advance sustainability through hands-on learning and real-world collaboration.

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Calculate the potential energy savings if your school implemented some of the sustainable features from your city design.

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Write a short story about a day in the life of someone living in your sustainable city block.