Urbanisation (Q1137)
Subject, term, tag: Urbanisation
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | Urbanisation |
Subject, term, tag: Urbanisation |
Statements
IPCC Glossary v1.5
1 reference
27 May 2026
Urbanisation is a multi-dimensional process that involves at least three simultaneous changes: (i) land use change: transformation of formerly rural settlements or natural land into urban settlements; (ii) demographic change: a shift in the spatial distribution of a population from rural to urban areas; and (iii) infrastructure change: an increase in provision of infrastructure services including electricity, sanitation, etc. Urbanisation often includes changes in lifestyle, culture, and behaviour, and thus alters the demographic, economic, and social structure of both urban and rural areas. (Stokes and Seto 2019; Seto et al. 2014; UNDESA 2018) (English)
IPCC Glossary v1.5
1 reference
27 May 2026