The Arcadis Sustainable Cities Index 2024

2,000 days to achieve a sustainable future

Over the past decade, Arcadis has been researching hundreds of global cities and uncovering the true measure of their sustainability. With just 2,000 days left to achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals by 2030, the insights from our sixth edition of the Arcadis Sustainable Cities Index are more vital than ever. The results are clear. We must act now to forge a resilient, fair, and sustainable world.

Introducing The Arcadis Sustainable Cities Index 2024, our most groundbreaking sustainability report to date. Delve into a holistic view across the three core pillars of sustainability: Planet, People, and Profit.

For the first time, we’ve included a fourth pillar, Progress. This exciting new dimension tracks transformative change. It reveals the impact of sustainability initiatives over the last decade, showcasing cities’ paths toward sustainable success.

Within the report, our sustainability experts provide guidance on designing and creating environmentally friendly cities and identify areas for growth and improvements. They also share recommendations across five key realms and shed light on the public and private collaboration efforts needed to realize the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

SUSTAINABLE CITIES INDEX HIGHLIGHTS

European cities dominate the overall ranking, but that’s not the full story. Here are some of the highlights: