Self-Sufficient Cities and Sustainable Habitats: Perspectives and Case Studies

The challenges of climate change and rapid urbanization are manifold and increasing in intensity and urgency. Although many of the issues are global, small- to medium-scale solutions and micro, local responses can have outsized impacts. These initiatives are often more manageable to implement—and successful in execution—than some larger-scale undertakings and have positive effects on the built and natural environments. This book highlights practices, implementations and lessons that can sup...