Consideration of soil in urban planning documents—a French case study
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DOI: 10.1007/s11368-018-2028-x
Abstract: PurposeGiven their increasing importance, soils should be considered as valuable resources by those involved in urban planning. Indeed, soils are expected to be multifunctional in order both to ensure sustainable development of human societies and… read more here.
Keywords: soil urban; urban planning; planning documents; consideration ... See more keywords
Transformative low-carbon urban innovations: Operationalizing transformative capacity for urban planning
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DOI: 10.1007/s13280-021-01653-4
Abstract: Cities can set in motion sustainability transitions through experimentation and innovation. To invest in and mainstream solutions that contribute to urban transformation agendas, urban planners needs to understand which innovations have transformational potential as well… read more here.
Keywords: capacity; carbon urban; low carbon; transformative capacity ... See more keywords
A framework for Air Quality Management Zones - Useful GIS-based tool for urban planning: Case studies in Antwerp and Gdańsk
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DOI: 10.1016/j.buildenv.2020.106743
Abstract: Abstract There is a growing recognition of the importance of proper urban design in the improvement of air flow and pollution dispersion and in reducing human exposure to air pollution. However, a limited number of… read more here.
Keywords: pollution; urban planning; air; management ... See more keywords
Anti-corruption in Chinese urban planning: The case of adjusting FAR
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DOI: 10.1016/j.cities.2017.06.022
Abstract: Abstract Corruption in urban planning, especially related to adjusting FAR, is common in Chinese cities. The fundamental reason is progrowth urban governance that features growth coalition between the local government and developers. Two necessary conditions… read more here.
Keywords: adjusting far; corruption chinese; anti corruption; urban planning ... See more keywords
An Agent-Based Modeling approach for sustainable urban planning from land use and public transit perspectives
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DOI: 10.1016/j.cities.2018.03.018
Abstract: Abstract Urbanism is a challenging topic in the world, which has resulted in several land-use and transportation issues in urban environments. To address these issues, urban planners follow integrated planning approaches that are more compatible… read more here.
Keywords: planning; sustainable urban; urban planning; approach ... See more keywords
From Gold Coast to Ghana: Changing political economy of mining towns
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DOI: 10.1016/j.cities.2018.06.011
Abstract: Abstract This paper explores the influence of mining activities on towns in Ghana in order to appreciate their political economy and implications for urban planning. It first provides a historical account of the relations between… read more here.
Keywords: mining; political economy; mining towns; ghana ... See more keywords
Cool planning: How urban planning can mainstream responses to climate change
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DOI: 10.1016/j.cities.2020.102651
Abstract: Abstract Climate change action requires both adaptation and mitigation. Both need urban planning in strategic and statutory processes to mainstream the innovations now appearing. Integrating adaptation and mitigation is demonstrated using two planning tools: water… read more here.
Keywords: planning urban; cool planning; urban planning; responses climate ... See more keywords
Analysis of citizens' motivation and participation intention in urban planning
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DOI: 10.1016/j.cities.2020.102921
Abstract: Abstract Public participation has attracted considerable interest in urban planning theory and practice. A large body of growing literature has attempted to figure out the importance of public participation in urban planning and management. However,… read more here.
Keywords: intention; motivation; public participation; urban planning ... See more keywords
The shading effects of Green Infrastructure in private residential areas: Building Performance Simulation to support urban planning
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DOI: 10.1016/j.enbuild.2020.110531
Abstract: Abstract Over the past decades, intense urbanization processes have produced built environments with a low energy efficiency and a severe lack of green spaces, which represent the main providers of ecosystem services in cities and… read more here.
Keywords: building performance; energy; support urban; green infrastructure ... See more keywords
Advanced analysis technology in reshaping post war cities (Palmyra - Syria)
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ifacol.2019.12.480
Abstract: Abstract The purpose of the paper is to determine the interrelationship between urban planning and analysis technology in the stages of construction and expansion and their applicability to Syrian cities after the war. According to… read more here.
Keywords: advanced analysis; analysis technology; urban planning; war ... See more keywords
Bridging urban planning knowledge into post-disaster response: Early Recovery Road Map within the International Humanitarian Cluster System
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijdrr.2017.05.023
Abstract: Given the scale and the complexity of urban disaster, significant efforts have been intensified by the International Humanitarian Community over the last decade to develop an effective operational ... read more here.
Keywords: urban planning; knowledge post; planning knowledge; bridging urban ... See more keywords