Thursday Plenary Session

Urban Growth and Environment

The urban environment, at a time of rapid growth, has become a global concern. Sound planning and management will be a major factor in ensuring sustainable urban development.

Moderator:

• Chris Leach, President, Canadian Institute of Planners, Canada

Speakers:

• Enrique Peñalosa, Visiting Scholar, New York University, USA ; former Mayor, City of Bogotá, Columbia
• Evelyn Herfkens, Executive Coordinator, Millennium Campaign, United Nations, USA