Urban Ecology

This book provides an overview of international developments in urban ecology, with many examples from cities worldwide. In addition, it presents a unique exchange of experiences and ideas, with a focus on cooperation between researchers and those involved in putting ideas into practice. Topics incl...

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Other Authors: Breuste, Jürgen (Editor), Feldmann, Hildegard (Editor), Uhlmann, Ogarit (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Berlin, Heidelberg Springer Berlin Heidelberg 1998, 1998
Edition:1st ed. 1998
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Collection: Springer Book Archives -2004 - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
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Summary:This book provides an overview of international developments in urban ecology, with many examples from cities worldwide. In addition, it 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
Physical Description:XXX, 714 p. 55 illus online resource
ISBN:9783642885839