Putting forward an innovative way of looking at planning problems and policies, this volume suggests actor-consulting is important in addressing the fuzzy nature of planning. Including contributions from Patsy Healy, Johan Woltjer, Don Miller and Karel Martens, the volume presents a variety of case ..
The book presents in-depth case studies of six cities in the USA and Germany and provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles of sustainability, discusses the key governance instruments relevant to urban sustainability, and delivers new empirical and theoretical material on their role in ..
The book presents in-depth case studies of six cities in the USA and Germany and provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles of sustainability, discusses the key governance instruments relevant to urban sustainability, and delivers new empirical and theoretical material on their role in ..
'Governments and Tourism' is a unique text that studies the general and specific tourism policies from central to local government. Through case studies from around the world, including the UK, USA and France, the role and function of Official Tourism Administrations (OTAs) are evaluated. Government..
This significant volume is the first to bring together research, policy and practice on the implications of the rapidly evolving green growth paradigm on the tourism sector. It provides a conceptual discussion of the implications of the new development trend for key players; consumers, firms and des..
As urban regions face the demand to decrease fossil fuel dependency, many cities in the developing world are undertaking initiatives designed to create a greener city by aiming for a more sustainable form of urban development and, to do so, they need to evaluate existing modes of transportation and ..
This title was first published in 2001. Analyzing and comparing several growth clusters in nine European cities, this compelling volume examines the critical success factors that determine the economic development of urban regions..
Examining current threats to communities across the U.S. and the globe, this book draws on first-hand experience with, and accounts of, the crises already precipitated by climate change, population shifts, and economic inequality...
Examining current threats to communities across the U.S. and the globe, this book draws on first-hand experience with, and accounts of, the crises already precipitated by climate change, population shifts, and economic inequality...