Applied Urban Ecology (PDF)

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.