Speech by Liu Jianmin, Global Chairman of Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors

Liu Jianmin, Global Chairman of Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors

Liu Jianmin, Global Chairman of Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, shared his speech via video. In the speech, he pointed out that energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions from cities globally account for three-quarters. Therefore, it is necessary to deeply reflect on the current situation of cities to make them better adapt to the future. Under the risks of climate change, the dividends, brought by resilient cities, include strong local governance, prosperous local economy, and the improvement of citizens’ health and well-being, which will mutually promote with a virtuous circle.

Source: World Cities Day Official WeChat 

Edited and translated by Wang Yue