City Growth Factors

Miles Kendrick

Traducteur A Ai

Maison d'édition: Publifye

Synopsis

City Growth Factors explores the key drivers behind urban expansion, focusing on the interconnected roles of industrialization, education, and infrastructure. The book argues that these factors, while evolving over time, remain foundational to understanding why cities grow. For example, the promise of economic opportunity attracts individuals, while investments in education foster skilled workforces essential for sustained development. Infrastructure, encompassing transportation and digital connectivity, facilitates efficient urban functioning. The book adopts a data-driven approach, using case studies and quantitative analysis to examine how cities have experienced rapid growth. It delves into topics like the transformation of rural areas and the impact of industrial policy. By integrating insights from economic geography, urban sociology, and public policy, the book offers a holistic view of city growth. Structured around a logical progression, the book introduces concepts like agglomeration economies before delving into case studies. It culminates by emphasizing the need for integrated urban planning strategies that address the interplay of these growth factors, offering practical applications for policymakers and urban planners. This comprehensive exploration aims to inform strategies for inclusive economic development and improved quality of life in our increasingly urban world.

Disponible depuis: 01/05/2025.

Longueur d'impression: 82 pages.

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