ISBN:
0865714916
,
9780865714915
Language:
English
Pages:
xxiv, 279 p
,
ill., maps
,
23 cm
DDC:
304.2091732
Keywords:
Sustainable development
;
Sustainable development
;
Écologie urbaine
;
Développement durable
;
Écologie urbaine
;
Développement durable
Abstract:
This book provides examples of communities that have made dramatic changes toward sustainability, and explains how others can emulate their success. Arguing that the process of introducing change--whether converting to renewable energy or designing compact development--is critical to success, the authors outline why well-intentioned proposals often fail to win community approval, and why an integrated approach--not "single-issue" initiatives--can surmount challenges of conflicting priorities, scarce resources, and turf battles. Key to success is a democratic "bottom-up" change process, and clear guiding sustainability principles such as the Natural Step framework.--From publisher description
Description / Table of Contents:
Compass for change : the natural step framework for sustainability -- Practices that changed -- How communities can change.
Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index
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