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Improvised Cities : Architecture, Urbanization, and Innovation in Peru
Beginning in the 1950s, an explosion in rural-urban migration dramatically increased the population of cities throughout Peru, leading to an acute housing shortage and the proliferation of self-built shelters clustered in barriadas, or squatter settlements.Improvised Cities examines the history of aided self-help housing, or technical assistance to self-builders, which took on a variety of forms in Peru from 1954 to 1986.While the postwar period saw a number of trial projects in aided self-help housing throughout the developing world, Peru was the site of significant experiments in this field and pioneering in its efforts to enact a large-scale policy of land tenure regularization in improvised, unauthorized cities. Gyger focuses on three interrelated themes: the circumstances that made Peru a fertile site for innovation in low-cost housing under a succession of very different political regimes; the influences on, and movements within, architectural culture that prompted architects to consider self-help housing as an alternative mode of practice; and the context in which international development agencies came to embrace these projects as part of their larger goals during the Cold War and beyond.
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An Urban Future for Sapmi? : Indigenous Urbanization in the Nordic States and Russia
Presenting the political and cultural processes that occur within the indigenous Sámi people of North Europe as they undergo urbanization, this book examines how they have retained their sense of history and culture in this new setting.The book presents data and analysis on subjects such as indigenous urbanization history, urban indigenous identity issues, urban indigenous youth, and the governance of urban “spaces” for indigenous culture and community.The book is written by a team of researchers, mostly Sámi, from all the countries covered in the book.
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Understanding Urban Cycling : Exploring the Relationship Between Mobility, Sustainability and Capital
Academic interest in cycling has burgeoned in recent years with significant literature relating to the health and environmental benefits of cycling, the necessity for cycle-specific infrastructure, and the embodied experiences of cycling. Based upon primary research in a variety of contexts such as London, Shanghai and Taipei, this book demonstrates that recent developments in urban cycling policy and practice are closely linked to broader processes of capital accumulation.It argues that cycling is increasingly caught up in discourses around smart cities that emphasise technological solutions to environmental problems and neoliberal ideas on individual responsibility and bio-political conduct, which only results in solutions that prioritise those who are already mobile.Accordingly, the central argument of the book is not that the popularisation of cycling is inherently bad, but that the manner in which cycling is being popularised gives cause for social and environmental concern.Ultimately the book argues that cycling has now become a vehicle for sustaining pro-growth agendas rather than subverting them or shifting to sustainable no-growth/de-growth and less technologically driven visions of modernity. This book makes an innovative contribution to the fields of Cycling Studies, Mobilities and Transport and will be of interest to students and academics working in Human Geography, Transport Studies, Urban Studies, Urban Planning, Public Policy, Sociology and Sustainability.
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Managing Urban Mobility Systems
Urban mobility is currently a major problem all over the world.Space is limited, and individuals aim for a level of quality in mobility that is only achieved by largely motorised solutions, which have a detrimental effect on the urban environment.Careful analysis of urban mobility systems across the world reveals that consistent and effective policies can only be defined and implemented if the various components of the system and their interrelations are considered.This book addresses the problem of managing urban mobility systems in a novel way by considering the complexity and diversity of the conurbation and agents involved in a UMS, putting forward the evidence that urban mobility must be managed at system level.The value of this book lies in bringing together a sound theoretical approach to urban mobility systems supported by evidence from several cities across the world where this approach was either implemented or at least assessed, together with clear instructional guidelines.It constitutes a handbook for practitioners, politicians, researchers and students of urban mobility management.
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What is urbanization?
Urbanization is the process of population concentration in cities and towns, leading to the growth of urban areas at the expense of rural areas. It involves the migration of people from rural to urban areas in search of better opportunities, resulting in the expansion of infrastructure, housing, and services in urban areas. Urbanization is often accompanied by industrialization and economic development, leading to changes in social, cultural, and environmental aspects of society.
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What is the difference between urbanization level and urbanization rate?
Urbanization level refers to the proportion of a country's population living in urban areas, while urbanization rate refers to the speed at which a country is urbanizing. The urbanization level is a static measure at a specific point in time, while the urbanization rate is a dynamic measure that shows how quickly urbanization is occurring. A country can have a high urbanization level but a low urbanization rate if the growth of urban areas has slowed down.
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What does urbanization mean?
Urbanization refers to the process of a population shifting from rural areas to urban areas, leading to the growth and expansion of cities. This process is often accompanied by changes in infrastructure, land use, and social and economic systems. Urbanization is driven by factors such as industrialization, economic opportunities, and population growth, and it can have both positive and negative impacts on society and the environment.
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How will future mobility be influenced?
Future mobility will be influenced by advancements in technology, such as the development of autonomous vehicles and electric cars. These innovations will lead to more efficient and sustainable transportation options. Additionally, the integration of smart city infrastructure and the rise of shared mobility services will also play a significant role in shaping the future of mobility. Overall, future mobility will be characterized by increased connectivity, reduced environmental impact, and a shift towards more convenient and flexible transportation solutions.
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New Forms of Urbanization : Beyond the Urban-Rural Dichotomy
There is increasing appreciation in the social sciences that context is an important element in understanding social, economic, cultural, political and demographic processes.An important element in context is the type of settlement in which people live and work and so, it is vital to be able to categorise people into particular settlements types. This book brings together a leading team of social scientists to present the latest information on urbanization around the world, highlighting examples of development patterns that are not adequately captured by the UN's type of reporting systems and drawing attention to other ways of representing current trends.
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The Future of E-Mobility : Investigating the Role of Electric Mobility for Consumers and Industries
E-mobility is the future. Its development and consumer adoption are strongly contributing to several of the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, playing a huge role in the shift from linear to circular economies.Providing extensive insight into this dynamic, the book reviews extant management and marketing research describing the E-mobility state-of-the-art literature from a twofold perspective; industries and consumers.Industries must consider the benefits and drawbacks related to E-mobility implementation in their business models and strategies, including the communication (online and offline) to stakeholders of such advancements.Meanwhile, consumers experience different perceptions and motivations including barriers related to the adoption of E-mobility, leading in turn to different behaviors across generational cohorts (e.g.Gen Z and Gen Alpha versus Millennials). Offering an empirical analysis based on a consumer survey, this book sheds light on all these aspects, thus giving useful insights to academics, marketers and policy makers into the challenges facing consumers in their E-mobility adoption.
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A U-Turn to the Future : Sustainable Urban Mobility since 1850
From local bike-sharing initiatives to overhauls of transport infrastructure, mobility is one of the most important areas in which modern cities are trying to realize a more sustainable future.Yet even as politicians and planners look ahead, there remain critical insights to be gleaned from the history of urban mobility and the unsustainable practices that still impact our everyday lives.United by their pursuit of a “usable past,” the studies in this interdisciplinary collection consider the ecological, social, and economic aspects of urban mobility, showing how historical inquiry can make both conceptual and practical contributions to the projects of sustainability and urban renewal.
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Urbanization and Urban Governance in China : Issues, Challenges, and Development
This book explores the process of urbanization and the profound challenges to China’s urban governance.Economic productivity continues to rise, with increasingly uneven distribution of prosperity and accumulation of wealth.The emergence of individual autonomy including demands for more freedom and participation in the governing process has asked for a change of the traditional top-down control system.The vertical devolution between the central and local states and horizontal competition among local governments produced an uneasy political dynamics in Chinese cities.Many existing publications analyze the urban transformation in China but few focuses on the governance challenges.It is critical to investigate China’s urbanization, paying special attention to its challenges to urban governance.This edited volume fills this gap by organizing ten chapters of distinctive urban development and governance issues.
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What is the degree of urbanization?
The degree of urbanization refers to the proportion of a country's population living in urban areas compared to rural areas. It is often measured by the percentage of the total population residing in urban areas. A high degree of urbanization indicates a large proportion of the population living in cities, while a low degree of urbanization indicates a smaller proportion living in urban areas. Urbanization is influenced by factors such as industrialization, economic development, and rural-to-urban migration.
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What will mobility of the future look like?
The mobility of the future is expected to be more sustainable, connected, and autonomous. Electric vehicles will become more prevalent, reducing emissions and reliance on fossil fuels. Transportation systems will be interconnected, allowing for seamless travel between different modes of transportation. Autonomous vehicles will also play a significant role, offering safer and more efficient transportation options. Overall, the future of mobility will prioritize sustainability, efficiency, and convenience.
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Will bicycles be the mobility of the future?
Bicycles have the potential to be a significant part of the future of mobility. With increasing concerns about environmental sustainability and the need for more efficient and healthy modes of transportation, bicycles offer a promising solution. Cities around the world are investing in bike infrastructure and promoting cycling as a viable means of transportation. Additionally, the rise of electric bicycles and advancements in bike-sharing programs are making cycling more accessible and convenient. While bicycles may not be the sole solution to future mobility, they are likely to play a significant role in creating more sustainable and efficient transportation systems.
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How do electric motors work in electric mobility with cars?
Electric motors in electric cars work by converting electrical energy from the battery into mechanical energy to drive the vehicle. When the driver accelerates, the electric motor receives power from the battery and generates torque to propel the car forward. This process is more efficient than traditional internal combustion engines, as electric motors have fewer moving parts and can deliver power instantly. Additionally, electric motors can also act as generators during braking, converting kinetic energy back into electrical energy to recharge the battery, a process known as regenerative braking.
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