Springer Greening Cities: Forms and Functions - Academic Book

Greening Cities: Forms and Functions provides a comprehensive look at the recent scientific and professional literature surrounding urban greening and urban ecology. As cities around the world experience a resurgence in greening efforts, this volume serves as a vital resource for understanding the complex systems required to build sustainable human settlements. This book brings together diverse perspectives from landscape architecture, geography, urban climatology, and biodiversity conservation. It also covers essential topics such as urban governance, architecture, and urban hydrology. By combining the insights of academics, public policy experts, and practitioners, the text addresses the multi-faceted aspects of modern urban environments. Whether you are a student, researcher, or professional, this work offers deep knowledge on how greening impacts urban life. It bridges the gap between theory and practice, offering a broad overview of how different disciplines contribute to the development of greener, more functional cities in the 21st century.