Qisheng Pan Knihy

This book explores how to tackle the challenges of urbanization through international lessons in sustainable development and smart growth strategies. As readers will discover, smart growth offers an approach to urbanization with the aim to: improve the efficiency of land use, protect the natural and cultural environment, promote economic prosperity and improve the quality of life. Authors address various challenges experienced in China, including deepening regional imbalances, an aging population, wholesale environmental degradation and traffic congestion. China’s official long-term urbanization plan sets many challenges for urban planners, these range from implementation of the plan and financing, to protection of vulnerable groups and social justice. This book brings readers up to date on the use of big data and modern technologies such as geographic information system technology (GIS). The work encompasses themes of environmental planning, community development, cultural heritage preservation, land use and transportation, urban studies, climate change, housing and community development, infrastructure planning, disaster planning and social equity. Authors present the very latest theories and practices of smart growth and offer many valuable insights to urban planners and scholars, as well as policy makers. 

This book offers a comprehensive overview of recent developments in Chinese cities, covering various aspects of urban planning, including environmental and transportation planning, historical preservation, economic development, and the use of geographic information systems (GIS) and technology. As the world's most populous country, China has undergone rapid urbanization, primarily focused on land development through industrialization and investment, often neglecting the well-being of its citizens. True livability encompasses more than impressive buildings; it involves creating environments where people genuinely want to live. The new leadership in China has introduced a model aimed at enhancing urbanization quality through compact, intelligent, and low-carbon development, marking a shift from land-centric to people-oriented urbanization, as advocated by Premier Li Keqiang. This approach provides a framework for addressing urbanization challenges, including social equity, environmental concerns, energy use, ecological and historic preservation, affordable housing, and the impacts of mega cities. It emphasizes the importance of public participation and stakeholder engagement in the planning process. The book serves as a platform for planners, designers, scholars, scientists, and government officials from China and beyond to share ideas on urban regeneration.