Globalization affects regional economies in a broad spectrum of aspects, from labor market conditions and development policies to climate change. To understand better how this works, we need both conceptual and methodological contributions. We need new schemes to organize our thinking, direct...

Nature and scope of regional and urban economics -- Linear market areas -- Market areas and systems of cities -- Industrial location -- Agglomeration economies and entrepreneur's preferences -- Spatial pricing decisions -- Short-run income models -- Supply-based regional growth analysis --...

"This book presents methods and case studies for researchers and policy makers searching for alternative solutions for problems in regional sustainable development, taking into account socio-economic and environmental dimensions in a system integrated approach" -- Provided by publisher