Title: La Ciudad de Mé́xico en el siglo XXI
Description: Expansive diagnostic study of strengths and weaknesses of Mexico City as human population center. Examines such natural and human-made factors as natural environment, public services, urban infrastructure, seismic sensitivity, economic, social and cultural activities, form of government, living conditions, etc. Summarizes in succinct chapters wealth of social and technical information on such subjects as diversity, complexity and inequality; urban planning; industrial activities; violence, criminality and public security; domestic energy consumption; opportunities (or lack thereof) for young people; demographic and population structure; distribution of potable water; educational prospects; etc. Features contributions of more than 90 specialists from most important academic and research institutions in Mexico City and State of Mexico.
Subjects: Urbanization, City planning, Regional planning
Places: Mexico, Mexico City Metropolitan Area