136407 20260219090931.0 doi 10.3390/urbansci8030110 sideral 139349 ART-2024-139349 eng García-Madurga, Miguel-Ángel Universidad de Zaragoza (orcid)0000-0002-7816-0050 Depopulation and residential dynamics in Teruel (Spain): sustainable housing in rural areas 2024 Access copy available to the general public Unrestricted This article provides a comprehensive analysis of depopulation and residential dynamics in Teruel, a province emblematic of the aging and depopulation issues prevalent in many inland regions of Spain and Europe. Through an in-depth examination utilizing official statistics, academic studies, and reports, this study highlights the demographic structure, historical evolution, and current trends in Teruel. Key patterns of population change and their implications for urban and rural planning are identified. The analysis covers population density, vital balances, and household distribution, with a special focus on the significant role of the foreign population. Additionally, the challenges associated with vacant housing and the management of unused land are discussed, proposing revitalization strategies for the built environment in rural settings through sustainable housing initiatives. This study aims to contribute to the discourse on sustainable development of small cities and rural areas, offering integrated solutions that not only enhance living conditions but also encourage balanced and sustainable growth. info:eu-repo/grantAgreement/ES/UZ/OTRI-2023/0558 info:eu-repo/semantics/openAccess by https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/deed.es 2.9 2024 0.618 2024 Urban Studies 2024 Q1 Geography, Planning and Development 2024 Q2 Waste Management and Disposal 2024 Q2 Environmental Science (miscellaneous) 2024 Q2 Pollution 2024 Q2 3.7 2024 info:eu-repo/semantics/article info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersion Esteban-Navarro, Miguel-Ángel Universidad de Zaragoza (orcid)0000-0001-6221-2824 Saz-Gil, Isabel Universidad de Zaragoza (orcid)0000-0003-2807-3482 Anés-Sanz, Sara 4012 650 Universidad de Zaragoza Dpto. Direcc.Organiza.Empresas Área Organización de Empresas 5013 105 Universidad de Zaragoza Unidad Predepartam. Period.Co. Área Comunic.Audiovis.Publici. 8, 3 (2024), 110 Urban sci. Urban science 2413-8851 4141772 http://zaguan.unizar.es/record/136407/files/texto_completo.pdf Versión publicada 2582976 http://zaguan.unizar.es/record/136407/files/texto_completo.jpg?subformat=icon icon Versión publicada oai:zaguan.unizar.es:136407 articulos driver 2026-02-19-09:00:14 ARTICLE