Abstract
The paper explores the evolution of the concept of the eco-city, and shows how it can be linked to issues ranging from urban planning and economic development through to matters of social justice. The challenge is to encourage local democracy within a context of sustainability.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 197-202 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Cities |
Volume | 14 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Aug 1997 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Eco-cities
- Sustainable communities/cities
- Sustainable urban development
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Development
- Sociology and Political Science
- Urban Studies
- Tourism, Leisure and Hospitality Management