GIS IN SUSTAINABLE URBAN PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE (HB 2019) Hardcover

The Open Access version of this book is available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives 3.0 license. GIS in Sustainable Urban Planning and Management: A Global Perspective examines how Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are used to understand and address urban challenges. The book highlights the potential of geo-information and GIS to inform urban planners and stakeholders involved in the management and development of urban areas. The first part explores the concept of sustainable urban development, including different frameworks, sustainability measurement methods, and its role in urban policy. The second part focuses on how urban planning can shape cities, examining spatial configurations, the distribution of activities, and the demands of various functions to meet strategic goals. It also addresses the increasing risks urban populations face from natural hazards and climate change. Written by experts in geo-information applications for urban management, the book demonstrates the value of GIS in tackling urban issues and provides fresh insights on applying GIS in urban planning. It uses real-world case studies to illustrate GIS applications in assessing the position of disadvantaged groups in cities and its role in urban sustainability and resilience. Given the centrality of sustainable development in the UN’s new development agenda, this book is especially valuable for students from both the Global South and Global North. It serves as an essential resource for professionals, researchers, and students interested in sustainable urban planning and management.