Eco-City Planning and Sustainable Urban Design Principles for a Low-Carbon Future

This article provides a comprehensive review of eco-city planning and sustainable urban design, focusing on the principles, frameworks, and strategies that shape sustainable urban environments. The research question addressed in this review is: "What are the key principles, frameworks, and strategies for eco-city planning and sustainable urban design?" The methodology employed includes a systematic review, meta-analysis, and narrative review, with a detailed search strategy and inclusion/exclusion criteria for selecting articles. The review identifies effective eco-city planning principles and best practices, as well as innovative sustainable urban design strategies and technologies. The findings reveal key trends, themes, and gaps in the literature, with some contradictions and controversies noted. The implications of the review for the field of urban planning and sustainability are discussed, along with the limitations of the review and suggestions for future research. In conclusion, the review highlights the importance of continued research, innovation, and collaboration in addressing the complex challenges of urban sustainability in the ۲۱st century.