The territorial dimension of environmental sustainability in Italy along the urban–rural continuum

摘要: Single territories contribute in different ways to the transition towards a more environmentally sustainable development (SD), according their structural features. This study returns multi-dimensional picture of territorial divides environmental sustainability across Italy, analysing how it correlates with rurality, focus on urban–rural continuum. Italy represents an interesting case because its peculiar structure. We first assess targets Italian NUTS 3 regions and capital cities using two composite indexes, by referring both standard values (i.e. conforming legislation) optimum desired values). Then, we investigate relationship between rurality. Results suggest that positive link exists, being stronger at city level. Among major policy implications, dimensions cohesion should be i...