Urban Sustainability at the Margins

Borderlands, Peripheries, and Resilient Design Practices

AvRui Alexandre Castanho,Ana Viegas Loures

Häftad, Engelska, 2027

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Urban Sustainability at the Margins: Borderlands, Peripheries, and Resilient Design Practices explores how cities can be shaped through innovative, climate-responsive, and people-centered planning approaches. The book brings together theory, practice, and real-world case studies to offer a comprehensive view of sustainable urban development. From eco-design principles and resilient infrastructure to policy frameworks and smart city integration, it serves as a forward-thinking guide for creating cities that are both livable and future-proof. As urban areas rapidly grow, there is a critical need for new planning paradigms that prioritize sustainability, inclusivity, and resilience. Bringing together perspectives from thought leaders around the world, this book provides an updated, interdisciplinary resource that reflects the urgent challenges of urbanization in the context of climate change, environmental degradation, and social inequality. The chapters are organized clearly into four logical sections-foundational concepts, policy and governance, thematic strategies, and global case studies-which provides a coherent progression from theory to practice. Urban Sustainability at the Margins helps readers understand how to design and implement sustainable solutions in real-world contexts. It bridges the gap between academic insight and professional application, making it a valuable tool for both study and practice.

Includes practical insights and best practices from case studies of cities around the world to demonstrate successful strategies and lessons learned
Offers actionable models and planning tools that can be adapted to diverse urban contexts
Combines insights from multidisciplinary perspectives-urban planning, design, environmental science, and public policy-to support comprehensive decision-making

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2027-01-01
Mått:152 x 229 x undefined mm
Vikt:450 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Antal sidor:262
Förlag:Elsevier Science
ISBN:9780443448515

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Rui Alexandre Castanho holds an International Ph.D. in Sustainable Planning in Borderlands and is currently the Vice-Dean for Sustainable Development at WSB University, Poland, and a Visiting Professor at the University of Johannesburg, South Africa. He is also an EU Climate Pact Ambassador and completed postdoctoral research under the GREAT Project at the University of the Azores. His research affiliations include ECIDES at UNIR (Spain), VALORIZA at the Polytechnic Institute of Portalegre (Portugal), CITUR-Madeira, and AQUAGEO at UNICAMP (Brazil). He holds degrees in Green Spaces Engineering and Agricultural Engineering, as well as a Master’s in Planning, Audit, and Control in Urban Green Spaces. Professor Castanho has published over 160 peer-reviewed articles, 100 indexed book chapters, more than 30 books, and more than 100 conference contributions. He has spoken at numerous international academic events and was awarded the Doctor Honoris Causa title by UPCI in Lima, Peru.Ana Viegas Loures holds a Ph.D. in Landscape Architecture and is a dedicated researcher and educator in the fields of sustainable development, land use planning, and environmental management. She is currently a faculty member at the Polytechnic Institute of Portalegre, Portugal, and collaborates with several research centers, including VALORIZA – Research Center for the Enhancement of Endogenous Resources. Her academic and professional work focuses on the integration of ecological principles into planning and design practices, aiming to promote resilient and inclusive landscapes. Ana has participated in various international research projects and is the author of multiple scientific publications, book chapters, and conference papers. Passionate about fostering sustainability at both local and global scales, she actively contributes to knowledge exchange between academia, communities, and policy-makers.

Innehållsförteckning

Foreword Introduction: Reimagining Urban Futures through Sustainable DesignSection I – Foundational Concepts and Frameworks1. The Principles of Sustainable Urban Design2. Resilience and Adaptation in Urban Planning3. Smart Cities and Digital Tools for SustainabilitySection II – Policy, Governance, and Community Engagement4. Multi-Level Governance and Sustainable Policy Implementation5. Public Participation and Inclusive Urban Design6. Financing the Green Transition in CitiesSection III – Thematic Areas and Applied Strategies7. Nature-Based Solutions and Urban Green Infrastructure8. Energy-Efficient Urban Forms and Mobility Systems9. Cultural Heritage and Sustainable Urban RegenerationSection IV – Global Case Studies and Best Practices10. European Experiences in Urban Sustainability11. African and Latin American Approaches to Resilient Urban Design12. Small and Medium Cities Leading the Green Shift Conclusion: Designing the Cities of Tomorrow – Pathways Forward