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"Urban planning refers to the process of development of the land and infrastructure of a place. It also includes development of transportation, distribution networks, communications, public welfare, and urban design, etc. It integrates the elements of civil engineering and urban architecture to help in the growth and development of the cities. This book includes some of the vital pieces of work being conducted across the world, on various topics related to urban planning. The aim of the book is to present researches that have transformed this discipline and aided its advancement. It is a vital tool for all researching and studying this field. -- from publisher's website."

"The urban environment - buildings, cities and infrastructure - represents one of the most important contributors to climate change, while at the same time holding the key to a more sustainable way of living. The transformation from traditional to sustainable systems requires interdisciplinary knowledge of the re-design, construction, operation and maintenance of the built environment. Sustainable Urban Environments: An Ecosystem Approach presents fundamental knowledge of the built environment. Approaching the topic from an ecosystems perspective, it shows the reader how to combine diverse practical elements into sustainable solutions for future buildings and cities. You'll learn to connect problems and solutions at different spatial scales, from urban ecology to material, water and energy use, from urban transport to livability and health. The authors introduce and explore a variety of governance tools that support the transformation process, and show how they can help overcome institutional barriers. The book concludes with an account of promising perspectives for achieving a sustainable built environment in industrialized countries. Offering a unique overview and understanding of the most pressing challenges in the built environment, Sustainable Urban Environments helps the reader grasp opportunities for integration of knowledge and technologies in the design, construction and management of the built environment. Students and practitioners who are eager to look beyond their own fields of interest will appreciate this book because of its depth and breadth of coverage."

"Today, our cities are an embodiment of the complex, historical evolution of knowledge, desires and technology. This title gathers a snapshot view by researchers in the field of new complexity theories of cities. It features the achievements, criticisms and potentials are reviewed and the implications to planning and urban design are assessed."