Book description
Applied Urban Ecology
: A Global Framework
explores ways in which the environmental quality of urban areas can be
improved starting with existing environmental conditions and their
dynamics. Written by an internationally renowned selection of scientists
and practitioners, the book covers a broad range of established and
novel approaches to applied urban ecology. Approaches chosen for the
book are placed in the context of issues such as climate change, green-
and open-space development, flood-risk assessment, threats to urban
biodiversity, and increasing environmental pollution (especially in the
“megacities” of newly industrialized countries). All topics covered were
chosen because they are socially and socio-politically relevant today.
Further topics covered include sustainable energy and budget management,
urban water resource management, urban land management, and urban
landscape planning and design. Throughout the book, concepts and methods
are illustrated using case studies from around the world. A closing
synopsis draws conclusions on how the findings of urban ecological
research can be used in strategic urban management in the
future.Applied Urban Ecology
: A Global Framework
is an advanced textbook for students, researchers and experienced
practitioners in urban ecology and urban environmental research,
planning, and practice. Matthias Richter,
Environmental Scientist, Publicist and University Lecturer, Germany.
Ulrike Weiland
is Professor of Urban Ecology at the Institute for Geography,
University of Leipzig, Germany.
