Developing an up-to-date critical framework for analysing urban retrofit; this is the first book to examine urban re-engineering for sustainability in a socio-technical context. Retrofitting Cities examines why retrofit is emerging as an important strategic issue for urban authorities and untangles the mix of economic; competitive; ecological and social drivers that influence any transition towards a more sustainable urban environment.Retrofitting Cities comparatively explores how urban scale retrofitting can be conceptualised as a socio-technical transition; to critically compare and contrast different national styles of response in cities of the north and global south; and; to develop new research and policy agendas on future development of progressive retrofitting. Bringing together a group of researchers from a variety of disciplinary backgrounds that reflect the complexity of the research challenge; Retrofitting cities looks across different infrastructures and types of built environment; dealing with diverse urban contexts and examining formal as well as community responses. This is a uniquely practical book for urban planning and policy professionals as well as for researchers in urban studies and urban design.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Loved it!By Trip MonaghanI bought this for my sisters baby shower. hoping for something a bit more interesting for her to read during late night (anything other than Goodnight Moon for the millionth time. right?). The illustrations were gorgeous and the sections on each athlete are 1-2 pages long. There were many current athletes featured (Serena Williams Simone Biles) as well as historical athletes like Babe Zaharias. I will definitely be purchasing the Women in Science edition as well!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Love this bookBy CaymanMumLove this book. as did our girls! A refreshing change and a much needed look at successful women in sports!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy VIVIANA REYES ALARCONBeautiful book