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Building Sustainable Megacities

Woodrow Clark, 2019

Overview

This book delves into the complexities of creating sustainable megacities, addressing the hurdles faced during design, planning, and construction phases. It explores the crucial role of governmental bodies at both national and local levels in strategic planning, development, and the enforcement of standards for essential community resources like water, air, and food. The text also examines the implementation of systems for power, sanitation, and waste disposal, alongside new green technologies and practices necessary for sustainable urban development.

Who it's for

• Urban planners and architects
• Government officials involved in city development
• Environmental engineers and sustainability consultants
• Students of urban studies and environmental science

Key features

• Paperback edition
• 316 pages
• Published by Elsevier Science in 2019
• ISBN: 9780128187937
• Dimensions: 191x235 mm
• Weight: 639 gr.