University Town and Resilience

This part analyses the role of resilience in advancing sustainable urban development, with a particular focus on its application to emerging university towns. The section highlights how resilience-building is especially critical in small and economically vulnerable towns, where universities can act as catalysts for adaptive governance, local capacity development, and community empowerment. By addressing vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure and promoting integrated, human-centred approaches, the chapter positions universities as pivotal actors in fostering both environmental resilience and inclusive, sustainable urban growth.