"Thise books provide a critical look at the process of social and economic transformation based on environmental and cultural factors, including income, skills development, employment, and education. Highlighting a range of topics such as economics, social change, and e-governance." -

Introduction -- An urbanizing world -- Closing the water and waste circuits -- Toward greater self-reliance in food and energy -- Linking transportation and land use -- Financing the sustainable city -- Building political strength -- Appendix

This article discusses sustainable development issues in China related to recent policy initiatives shaping urban planning and design policies throughout China. The article discusses recent plans for large satellite cities outside China's major cities and discusses zoning and planning issues...