Post Carbon Cities
Planning for Energy and Climate Uncertainty
April 2008
Trade Paperback · 112 Pages
$19.95 U.S.
ISBN 9780976751052
Post Carbon Press
Trade Paperback · 112 Pages
$19.95 U.S.
ISBN 9780976751052
Post Carbon Press
Recommended for These Courses
- Political Science: City Planning and Urban Development
- Political Science: Public Policy and Administration
Description
Post Carbon Cities examines how peak oil and global warming are creating new uncertainties for cities of all sizes. It explains how local decision makers can address the energy and climate challenges of the twenty-first century by:
breaking community dependence on oilstopping community contributions to global warmingpreparing the community to thrive in a time of energy and climate uncertainty
This beautifully illustrated, full-color guidebook is crucial reading for government officials, city planners, and anyone concerned about preparing their community for the post-carbon world.
Daniel Lerch manages the Post Carbon Cities program at the Post Carbon Institute.
breaking community dependence on oilstopping community contributions to global warmingpreparing the community to thrive in a time of energy and climate uncertainty
This beautifully illustrated, full-color guidebook is crucial reading for government officials, city planners, and anyone concerned about preparing their community for the post-carbon world.
Daniel Lerch manages the Post Carbon Cities program at the Post Carbon Institute.
About the Author
Daniel Lerch has been involved in urban planning and sustainability issues for over ten years. He manages the Post Carbon Cities program at the Post Carbon Institute, providing resources and assistance to local governments on peak oil and climate change. Daniel also co-founded The City Repair Project, a non-profit organization helping neighborhood residents to reclaim their public spaces.