Toward Sustainable Communities, Fifth Edition - Solutions for Citizens and Their Governments (Paperback, 5th Revised edition)

The go-to guide for those seeking a comprehensive approach to sustainable community development, from the neighborhood to the regional level Toward Sustainable Communities is the definitive guide to the what, the why, and most importantly, the how of creating vibrant, healthy, equitable, and prosperous places. This fully revised 5th edition introduces the innovative Community Capital Compass as a powerful tool for maximizing the social, economic, and environmental benefits of complex community and regional decisions, and has been completely revamped to serve US as well as Canadian and other international readers. Those seeking a comprehensive approach to sustainable community planning and development from the neighborhood to the regional level will benefit from: An expanded Community Capital framework which organizes community resources into eight interrelated forms of capital – natural, built, organizational, political, financial, cultural, human, and relational The Community Capital Compass for navigating complex situations involving everything from municipal services and land use planning to housing and climate change, to help determine strategic directions by illustrating dynamic interactions, synergies, and tradeoffs Elaboration of collaborative governance, community mobilization, public engagement, capacity building, infrastructure, policymaking, and best practices Companion website featuring case studies, profiles, online resources, interactive tools, and more. Packed with concrete, proven solutions, this "living book" is the go-to guide for sustainable community development, and required reading for current and aspiring professionals or practitioners, policymakers, educators, purpose-driven organizations, engaged citizens, and anyone concerned about their communities and a sustainable future.

General

Imprint:	New Society Publishers
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	November 2023
First published:	2023
Authors:	Mark Roseland • Margaret Stout • Maria Spiliotopoulou
Dimensions:	225 x 191 x 23mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	400
Edition:	5th Revised edition
ISBN-13:	978-0-86571-974-3
Categories:	Books
LSN:	0-86571-974-8
Barcode:	9780865719743

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