Transformation, Liveability, and Opportunities in Urban Planning

Download or read book Transformation, Liveability, and Opportunities in Urban Planning written by John G. Jung and published by Cambridge Scholars Publishing. This book was released on 2024-03-13 with total page 635 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a collection of essays, articles, and blog posts that have helped to influence hundreds of cities, towns, and regions to develop strategies for creating smarter and more intelligent communities, which can also help your community to develop strategies from a people-first perspective. Highlighted are in-depth examples of communities from around the world that have developed strategies following these key principles: connectivity and smart city data and analytics; knowledge creation, attraction, and retention; developing an innovation ecosystem and culture that is equitable, inclusive, and engaging; and ensuring sustainability, resiliency, and continuous revitalization. This book will appeal to mayors as well as urban planners, urban designers, economic developers, architects, land economists, geographers, developers, and all types of students interested in city-building. This collection of works written by the author tells the story of the smart city and intelligent community movement from its origins to today.