Canberra: A Sustainable Study Abroad City

Today, I want to recommend a city that is especially well suited to studying abroad: Canberra, the capital of Australia. This city was just named the world’s most sustainable city.

The evaluation this time took a comprehensive look at energy, transportation, infrastructure, and other factors. Canberra ranked at the top for both greenery and renewable energy. At present, 86.6% of its transportation infrastructure is green infrastructure, so it is fair to say the city is very environmentally friendly.

The report clearly shows that Canberra’s carbon emissions goal is to reach net zero by 2045. As a result, the city performs extremely well in energy use across many areas.

For example, electricity generation in Canberra is mainly powered by solar and wind energy. Both solar power stations and wind farms are highly low-carbon models. In 2019, it became the first city in Australia to be supplied entirely by renewable energy.

In addition, the city’s internet infrastructure is very complete and widely deployed, allowing 94% of residents to use the internet.

As Australia’s capital, Canberra is truly a hidden gem. Not only is the population highly educated, but its quality of life also ranks among the best in the world. It is home to the University of Canberra, or UC.

It is worth noting that Canberra is the only capital city in Australia that includes “education” as one of the indicators for measuring residents’ happiness. This naturally raises the overall educational level of the entire city.

Walking through a city like this, you will feel the kindness of the people around you. If you live there for a long time, you may even come to think of it as a second hometown. If you enjoy good food, you can also find plenty of dishes and wines with different flavors. In short, no matter where you come from, there is a good chance you will find a lifestyle that suits you here.

You can also feel a strong artistic atmosphere and a genuine sense of everyday life, with museums, exhibition halls, and more. The city’s natural environment is beautiful, making it ideal both for enjoying the view at home and for going out to appreciate the scenery.

In addition, Canberra is close to many famous attractions. No matter where you want to go, you can drive there, which makes getting around very convenient.

Finally, there is the cost of living. Canberra has a low population density, and both rent and everyday prices are relatively affordable. Life here is very comfortable. It is definitely a city well suited to studying abroad and long-term residence.