The ISO 37122:2019 Sustainable Cities and Communities standard is a globally accepted benchmark for measuring sustainable development. It is a comprehensive standard that covers a wide range of topics, including urban governance, infrastructure, energy, mobility, water, sanitation, waste management, environment, social inclusion, and economic development.

The standard sets out criteria and indicators for assessing the sustainability of urban areas and helps cities to develop and implement strategies that promote social and environmental sustainability.

The standard was developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and is based on the principles and guidelines of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It is designed to provide a holistic and integrated approach to sustainable urban development and to ensure that cities are resilient, equitable, and inclusive. The standard also provides guidance on how cities can achieve economic, social, and environmental sustainability and resilience.

The standard is organized into four main sections:

• 1. Urban Governance � This section covers aspects of urban governance such as planning, budgeting, and financing. It includes criteria and indicators for assessing the effectiveness of local government and its ability to provide equitable services to all citizens.
• 2. Infrastructure � This section covers aspects of urban infrastructure such as energy, water, telecommunications, and transportation. It includes criteria and indicators for assessing the quality and availability of infrastructure services.
• 3. Environment � This section covers aspects of environmental sustainability such as air quality, green spaces, and waste management. It includes criteria and indicators for assessing the environmental performance of urban areas.
• 4. Social Inclusion � This section covers aspects of social inclusion such as education, health, and housing. It includes criteria and indicators for assessing the social and economic well-being of urban populations.

The ISO 37122:2019 Sustainable Cities and Communities standard provides a comprehensive framework for assessing the sustainability of urban areas and helps cities to develop and implement strategies that promote social and environmental sustainability.

The standard provides a comprehensive set of criteria and indicators for assessing the performance of urban areas and helps to ensure that cities are resilient, equitable, and inclusive.

By providing a comprehensive assessment of sustainable urban development, the standard helps to ensure that cities are better prepared to face the challenges of the future.