Bridging the global-local divide: navigating cultural sustainability in urban heritage management

Cultural sustainability in urban heritage management remains fragmented and inconsistently applied despite its inclusion in global agendas like the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). A comparative study of Venice and Amsterdam reveals divergent approaches to balancing heritage preservation with modern urban challenges, such as affordable housing, mass tourism, and climate adaptation. While Venice faces risks due to inaction—potentially leading to its inclusion on UNESCO's List of World Heritage in Danger—Amsterdam demonstrates proactive integration of global norms into local policies. The research highlights the need for context-sensitive strategies and institutional flexibility to bridge the gap between high-level frameworks and on-the-ground implementation, offering practical insights for policymakers and heritage professionals.

Ferrarini, R. (2025). Bridging the global-local divide: navigating cultural sustainability in urban heritage management. Amsdottorato. https://doi.org/10.48676/UNIBO/AMSDOTTORATO/12419