Module 5 – Policy development: Integrating DES into urban planning

This module presents the background of policy development in DES planning. It is composed of five parts:

• Part I. Context for urban planning
• Part II. Definition of policy development
• Part III. A systematic framework to integrate DES in urban planning
• Part IV. Best practices from China, Japan and an overview on various European cities
• Part V. Synthesis & conclusions

After completing Module 5, participants will be able to:

• Describe, understand and discuss the role integrating DES in urban planning
• Recognize key steps to integrate DES in urban planning
• Define key actions from local authorities to ensure the integration in the process
• List the strengths and limitations of integrating DES into urban planning