What Makes TOD Central to Today’s ESG Conversation? Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) has moved from urban planning theory into the core of ESG strategy. As cities grapple with rising emissions and social inequality, TOD offers a practical pathway—dense, mixed-use developments anchored around public transport. With urban areas contributing roughly 70% of global CO₂ emissions, the urgency is clear. Investors and policymakers are now recognizing TOD not just as infrastructure,