Urban Sprawl

Yves Earhart

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Summary

Urban Sprawl explores the far-reaching impacts of uncontrolled urban expansion on our planet. It dives into how rapid, often poorly planned, growth reshapes landscapes, economies, and societies, posing significant challenges to global sustainability. The book highlights the patterns and processes driving this phenomenon, such as car dependency and preferences for single-family housing, and investigates the environmental consequences, including habitat loss and increased pollution.

 
The book examines the historical roots of urban sprawl, tracing its evolution from post-World War II suburbanization to today's sprawling metropolitan areas. It emphasizes the need for a shift towards compact, mixed-use, and transit-oriented development to mitigate the negative effects of sprawl.

 
The approach is fact-based and analytical, making complex information accessible to a broad audience. The book progresses logically, starting with an introduction to urban sprawl, examining transportation, housing, and land use policies, and culminating in a discussion of practical strategies and real-world case studies for sustainable urban development.

Available since: 02/21/2025.

Print length: 74 pages.

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