Urban ecology
By: J. Breuste, H. Feldmann, O. Uhlmann (eds.).
Contributors: Breuste, Jürgen.; Feldmann, H. 1957-; Uhlmann, O. 1971-
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published: 1998
Place of publication: Berlin; New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 714
Subjects: Urban ecology -- Congresses; City planning -- Environmental aspects -- Congresses; Sustainable development -- Congresses
Description: Provides an overview of international developments in urban ecology, with many examples from cities worldwide. In addition, this book presents a unique exchange of experiences and ideas, with a focus on cooperation between researchers and those involved in putting ideas into practice. Topics include: aims and standards for ecological cities; the integration of ecologial, economic, social and cultural aspects; land use as a controlling factor; ecologically responsible mobility; and the integration of nature and landscape into urban development.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.