This chapter provides a critical reflection on the notions of risk and uncertainty and their relevance in philosophy and in urban planning. Decision making under conditions of risk and of uncertainty are differentiated and discussed from a philosophical perspective. Then, the diverging applications of risk and uncertainty in both philosophy and urban planning are analysed. We hold the view that cities are fundamentally uncertain systems that require new forms of reasoning and innovative methods of scenario building and planning in order to face the challenges of urban uncertainty. An integrated approach towards a philosophy of urban planning is outlined.

Risk and Uncertainty: Foundational Issues

D. Chiffi;S. Chiodo
2020-01-01

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This chapter provides a critical reflection on the notions of risk and uncertainty and their relevance in philosophy and in urban planning. Decision making under conditions of risk and of uncertainty are differentiated and discussed from a philosophical perspective. Then, the diverging applications of risk and uncertainty in both philosophy and urban planning are analysed. We hold the view that cities are fundamentally uncertain systems that require new forms of reasoning and innovative methods of scenario building and planning in order to face the challenges of urban uncertainty. An integrated approach towards a philosophy of urban planning is outlined.
2020
Risk and Resilience. Socio-Spatial and Environmental Challenges
978-3-030-56066-9
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