| Sustainable Development Research in the Asia-Pacific Region: Education, Cities, Infrastructure and Buildings 2018 Edition Contributor(s): Leal Filho, Walter (Editor), Rogers, Judy (Editor), Iyer-Raniga, Usha (Editor) |
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ISBN: 3319732927 ISBN-13: 9783319732923 Publisher: Springer OUR PRICE: $170.99 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: March 2018 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Science | Environmental Science (see Also Chemistry - Environmental) - Technology & Engineering | Environmental - General - Education | Professional Development |
| Dewey: 333.7 |
| Series: World Sustainability |
| Physical Information: 1.25" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" (2.12 lbs) 547 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This multidisciplinary book focuses on best practices in sustainability research in the Asia-Pacific Region. Drawing links between research, practice, education for sustainability and the needs of industry, it addresses the sustainable development goals (SDGs). The book also presents research undertaken by a wide range of universities on matters related to sustainable development, in order to promote research in this area across multiple disciplines. Four key themes are explored: (1) Education for Sustainability. (2) Sustainable Cities. (3) Sustainable Buildings. (4) Sustainable Infrastructure. This unique book documents and disseminates the wealth of know-how on sustainable development research in the Asia-Pacific Region today. It presents lessons learned and comparative case studies from various countries, including India, China, Indonesia, the Philippines, Bangladesh, New Zealand and Australia. |