Essays about: "economic growth cities"

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1. 1. SOCIAL HERITAGE AS LEVERAGE: Recognising the Social Dimension of Heritage in Sustainable Urban Development

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för globala studier

   Author : Kajsa Lilja; [2024-01-26]
   Keywords : Sustainable cities; urban re development; social sustainability; social heritage; sense of place; public participation; power dynamics;

   Abstract : In 2015, numerous countries committed to supporting the United Nations' Agenda 2030, which aims to address global challenges such as urban growth and climate change through the Sustainable Cities and Communities goal (SDG11). During this time, experts in heritage and urban development began emphasizing the significant role that cultural heritage plays in sustainable urban development. READ MORE

3. 2. Chúuka’an: Activating Public places in grid settlements.

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för arkitektur och byggd miljö

   Author : Valeria Rabelo Cabal; [2023]
   Keywords : Sustainable Urban Design. Green Mobility. Public Spaces. Live Streets. Mixed use living.; Arts and Architecture;

   Abstract : Throughout the years, Mérida has been subject of an outstanding growth, economically, socially and spatially. Starting from being a major Mayan civilization city, to a colonial Spanish settlement that grew into being the capital of the peninsula, it has always gone through changes and innovations according to the necessities of its inhabitants. READ MORE

4. 3. The grass is always tastier on the fruitful side : exploring the potentials, opportunities and challenges of urban food production: a case study of Uppsala

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural Development

   Author : Sanaz Kalantari; Rana Toprak; [2023]
   Keywords : Urbanization; grass lawns; urban agriculture; food production; Uppsala; Ultuna Permakultur; municipal sector; planning; establishing; management; ecosystems; human-nature connectedness; extinction of experience; top-down; bottom-up; landscape architecture;

   Abstract : Urbanization has globally led to economic and infrastructural growth but has also resulted in environmental degradation, decreased access to fertile agricultural land, increased food demand, and fragmentation of essential ecosystems. These challenges are prevalent in Swedish cities, including Uppsala, where green spaces are predominantly covered by lawns. READ MORE

5. 4. Transit Oriented Development in India : On the right track to a more sustainable urban future?

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Kulturgeografiska institutionen

   Author : David Magnusson; [2023]
   Keywords : Transit oriented development; India; Sustainability; Urban informality; Development plan;

   Abstract : This paper investigates the introduction of transit oriented development (TOD) as a sustainable urban planning concept in India. The possible benefits and specific challenges of its implementation in the Indian context are evaluated as well as the prospects of fulfilling its goal of improving urban sustainability. READ MORE

6. 5. Open Innovation Practices in Colombian SMEs: Current State, Barriers, and Pathways to Success

   University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

   Author : Jessica Borbon Moya; [2023]
   Keywords : Innovation; Open innovation; Colombia; SMEs; change; business models; organizational culture; development; sustainability; progress; Innovation; öppen innovation; Colombiaa; små och medelstora företag; förändring; affärsmodeller; organisationskultur; utveckling; hållbarhet; framsteg.;

   Abstract : This research examines the present state of Open Innovation (OI) and its spread among Colombian Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). The research addresses the scarcity of studies on innovation diffusion in underdeveloped countries like Colombia, specifically focusing on the adoption and practices of OI among SMEs. READ MORE