scholarly journals Sustainable Urbanization on Occupied Land? The Politics of Infrastructure Development and Resettlement in Beira City, Mozambique

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (9) ◽  
pp. 3123 ◽  
Author(s):  
Murtah Shannon ◽  
Kei Otsuki ◽  
Annelies Zoomers ◽  
Mayke Kaag
Keyword(s):  
Urban Development ◽  
Qualitative Interviews ◽  
Urban Infrastructure ◽  
Sustainable Urban Development ◽  
Infrastructure Development ◽  
Forced Displacement ◽  
Sustainable Infrastructure ◽  
Systematic Feature ◽  
Sustainable Urbanization ◽  
International Investors

With this article we contribute to debates on urban land governance and sustainable urban development in Africa by providing an empirical analysis of forced displacement and resettlement associated with infrastructure development in Beira city, Mozambique. In recent years Beira has become the recipient of numerous investment flows targeting the built environment by a range of international investors. By analyzing the micropolitical engagements associated with three different infrastructure projects, based on extensive qualitative interviews, observations, and document analysis, we demonstrate how each intervention has been associated with highly informal and divergent processes of forced displacement and resettlement. We argue that these land related impacts have been annexed from debates on sustainable infrastructure development, and that they exhibit some fundamental differences from established resettlement research. We conclude by arguing that forced displacement and resettlement should be understood as a deliberate and systematic feature of urban infrastructure development, through which new social-spatial arrangements are created. This ultimately points to the emergence of a novel mode of fragmented urbanism within the context of urban development in Africa which poses new challenges to urban sustainability.

Russian View of American Architecture in the Late 19th and Early 20th Centuries (Part 2)

2016 ◽  
Vol 5 (4) ◽  
pp. 115-118
Author(s):  
Брумфилд ◽  
W.C. Brumfield
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Urban Development ◽  
Western Europe ◽  
Urban Infrastructure ◽  
The United States ◽  
Infrastructure Development ◽  
City Development ◽  
Technical Innovations ◽  
American Style ◽  
American Architecture

In the second part of this article continue to be considered the technology of American urban development at the turn of 19–20 centuries. Urban infrastructure development required a different approach to city development. All this prompted the Russian architects to study the information on technical innovations in Western Europe and the United States. The article deals with the study of the "American style" in architecture Russian architects of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

scholarly journals Infrastructure and Ecology as Important Systems for Sustainable Urban Development

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 4219-4223
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Urban Development ◽  
Green Infrastructure ◽  
Urban Infrastructure ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
Sustainable Urban Development ◽  
World Population ◽  
The Sustainable Development ◽  
New Vision ◽  
The City

A new vision of the global needs of mankind is embodied in the concept of sustainable development, which means meeting the needs of the current generation without compromising the ability to meet their needs by future generations. Today, more than half of the world population lives in cities, the development of which is influenced by many interdependent factors, so there is a need for a clear and holistic approach to sustainable urban development. The aim of this paper is to study urban infrastructure in the aspect of its greening as an important component of the sustainable development system of the city. The paper analyzes the academic literature on the problem of greening urban infrastructure as the basis for sustainable development of the city. The determination of the main elements of green infrastructure and technologies in the field of green infrastructure in foreign countries has been carried out. Particularly significant action strategies for cities have been identified as part of a sustainable development policy.

scholarly journals Development Strategies for Sustainable Urbanization in Turkey: KENTGES Action Plan (2010-2023) Case

2013 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mahmut Güler ◽  
Abdulmenaf Turan
Keyword(s):  
Urban Development ◽  
Development Strategy ◽  
Spatial Planning ◽  
Action Plan ◽  
Life Quality ◽  
Integrated Approach ◽  
Planning System ◽  
Sustainable Urban Development ◽  
Structural Problems ◽  
Sustainable Urbanization

One of the main characteristics of Turkey which is one of the countries that is becoming urbanized fast is that the majority of population chooses metropolises and accumulates in metropolises rather than medium sized cities. In this sense, there are specific problems such as basic urban services especially in metropolises. Therefore, there is an increasing need for enhancing spatial life quality of urban settlements in turkey, strengthen economic and social structure, restructuring spatial planning system in Turkey. It was projected to prepare “Urban Development Strategy and Action Plan” for this aim. In this sense, “Raising Life Standards of Cities and Enabling Sustainable Development” was determined as the primary policy. Moreover, “Integrated Urban Development Strategy and Action Plan for Sustainable Urban Development” was prepared within scope of Program for Alignment with the EU Acquis. “ Integrated Urban Development Strategy and Action Plan 2010-2023”, with its short name Urban Development Strategy (KENTGES), comprises of settlement and urbanization; space, theme and extents of settlement and spatial planning within the principle of sustainability, make relations between spatial sectors within an integrated approach, enable adaptation with national basic policies. KENTGES is a national document which puts forward principles, strategies and actions for solution of structural problems of urbanization and providing healthy, balanced and habitable urban development; determines their practical principles and conveys them to an action program. In this paper, basic principles and practicability of the mentioned action plan which was prepared in order to enable sustainable urbanization in Turkey will be discussed.

Integrated Sustainable Urban Infrastructure Management

2011 ◽  
pp. 902-919 ◽  
Author(s):  
Benson Au-Yeung ◽  
Tan Yigitcanlar ◽  
Severine Mayere
Keyword(s):  
Land Use ◽  
Urban Development ◽  
Land Use Planning ◽  
Local Governments ◽  
Planning Process ◽  
Urban Infrastructure ◽  
Sustainable Urban Development ◽  
Background Information ◽  
Infrastructure Management ◽  
Urban Growth Model

Sustainable urban development and the liveability of a city are increasingly important issues in the context of land use planning and infrastructure management. In recent years, the promotion of sustainable urban development in Australia and overseas is facing various physical, socio-economic and environmental challenges. These challenges and problems arise from the lack of capability of local governments to accommodate the needs of the population and economy in a relatively short timeframe. The planning of economic growth and development is often dealt with separately and not included in the conventional land use planning process. There is also a sharp rise in the responsibilities and roles of local government for infrastructure planning and management. This increase in responsibilities means that local elected officials and urban planners have less time to prepare background information and make decisions. The Brisbane Urban Growth Model has proven initially successful in providing a dynamic platform to ensure timely and coordinated delivery of urban infrastructure. Most importantly, this model is the first step for local governments in moving toward a systematic approach to pursuing sustainable and effective urban infrastructure management.

Sustainable Transport Infrastructure

2010 ◽  
pp. 44-61 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fatih Dur ◽  
Tan Yigitcanlar ◽  
Jonathan Bunker
Keyword(s):  
Urban Development ◽  
Environmental Sustainability ◽  
Intelligent Transportation Systems ◽  
Urban Transportation ◽  
Transportation Systems ◽  
Transport Infrastructure ◽  
Sustainable Urban Development ◽  
Infrastructure Development ◽  
Technological Means ◽  
Sustainability Problems

Many economic, social and environmental sustainability problems associated with typical urban transportation systems have revealed the importance of three domains of action: vehicle, infrastructure and user. These domains need to be carefully reconsidered in search of a sustainable urban development path. Although intelligent transportation systems have contributed substantially to enhancing efficiency, safety and comfort of travel, questions related to users’ behaviors and preferences, which stimulate considerable environmental effects, still needed to be further examined. In this chapter, options for smart urban transportation infrastructure development and the technological means for achieving broader goals of sustainable communities and urban development are explored.

scholarly journals Impacts of Governance toward Sustainable Urbanization in a Midsized City: A Case Study of Uyo, Nigeria

Land ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 37
Author(s):  
Etido Essien
Keyword(s):  
Urban Development ◽  
Land Tenure ◽  
Urban Governance ◽  
Good Governance ◽  
Sustainable Urban Development ◽  
Infrastructure Development ◽  
Fiscal Management ◽  
Tenure System ◽  
Governance Practices ◽  
Land Tenure System

Urban studies in Nigeria mostly focus on large cities and metropolitan areas, with minimal attention given to sustainable urban development in midsized cities. In this study, we address this knowledge gap and examine the policies and practices driving urban growth in Uyo, a midsized city in Nigeria. Specifically, we evaluate to what extent the prevailing urban governance culture and practices move the city toward or away from being inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable—central tenets of UN Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 11. This study critically explores the strategic and operational approaches deployed by public stakeholders in pursuit of urban development, housing security, and economic and infrastructure development. We find the lack of continuity in commitment to urban infrastructural development projects and a flawed land tenure system that exacerbates housing insecurity are the two most critical challenges to address in attaining the goals of SDG11 in Uyo. The former calls for better fiscal management and adoption of good governance practices across the administrative hierarchy. The land tenure system can be made equitable and less cumbersome by overhauling the 1999 Land Use Act law of the country. Our findings can inform policies to make midsized cities facing similar challenges more inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable.

scholarly journals Russian View of American Architecture in the Late 19th and Early 20th Centuries (Part 3)

2017 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 95-99
Author(s):  
Брумфилд ◽  
W.C. Brumfield
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Urban Development ◽  
Western Europe ◽  
Urban Infrastructure ◽  
The United States ◽  
Infrastructure Development ◽  
City Development ◽  
The Third ◽  
Technical Innovations ◽  
American Architecture

In the third part of this article continue to be considered the technology of American urban development at the turn of 19–20 centuries. Urban infrastructure development required a different approach to city development. All this prompted the Russian architects to study the information on technical innovations in Western Europe and the United States. The article deals with the study of the «American style» in architecture Russian architects of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Sustainable Transport Infrastructure

2011 ◽  
pp. 153-170
Author(s):  
Fatih Dur ◽  
Tan Yigitcanlar ◽  
Jonathan Bunker
Keyword(s):  
Urban Development ◽  
Environmental Sustainability ◽  
Intelligent Transportation Systems ◽  
Urban Transportation ◽  
Transportation Systems ◽  
Transport Infrastructure ◽  
Sustainable Urban Development ◽  
Infrastructure Development ◽  
Technological Means ◽  
Sustainability Problems

Many economic, social and environmental sustainability problems associated with typical urban transportation systems have revealed the importance of three domains of action: vehicle, infrastructure and user. These domains need to be carefully reconsidered in search of a sustainable urban development path. Although intelligent transportation systems have contributed substantially to enhancing efficiency, safety and comfort of travel, questions related to users’ behaviors and preferences, which stimulate considerable environmental effects, still needed to be further examined. In this chapter, options for smart urban transportation infrastructure development and the technological means for achieving broader goals of sustainable communities and urban development are explored.

Integrated Sustainable Urban Infrastructure Management

2011 ◽  
pp. 38-55
Author(s):  
Benson Au-Yeung ◽  
Tan Yigitcanlar ◽  
Severine Mayere
Keyword(s):  
Land Use ◽  
Urban Development ◽  
Land Use Planning ◽  
Local Governments ◽  
Planning Process ◽  
Urban Infrastructure ◽  
Sustainable Urban Development ◽  
Background Information ◽  
Infrastructure Management ◽  
Urban Growth Model

Sustainable urban development and the liveability of a city are increasingly important issues in the context of land use planning and infrastructure management. In recent years, the promotion of sustainable urban development in Australia and overseas is facing various physical, socio-economic and environmental challenges. These challenges and problems arise from the lack of capability of local governments to accommodate the needs of the population and economy in a relatively short timeframe. The planning of economic growth and development is often dealt with separately and not included in the conventional land use planning process. There is also a sharp rise in the responsibilities and roles of local government for infrastructure planning and management. This increase in responsibilities means that local elected officials and urban planners have less time to prepare background information and make decisions. The Brisbane Urban Growth Model has proven initially successful in providing a dynamic platform to ensure timely and coordinated delivery of urban infrastructure. Most importantly, this model is the first step for local governments in moving toward a systematic approach to pursuing sustainable and effective urban infrastructure management.

Rethinking the Concept of Municipal Bonds to Improve Urban Governance in India

2021 ◽  
pp. 097493062110236
Author(s):  
Manohar Samal
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Urban Development ◽  
Urban Governance ◽  
Urban Infrastructure ◽  
Decision Making Process ◽  
Municipal Bonds ◽  
Infrastructure Development ◽  
Jel Codes ◽  
Government Grants ◽  
Effective Form

The pace of urban development in India has been slow, unorganised and unorderly as a result of inadequate planning and implementation of projects, mismanagement and misutilisation of funds, bureaucracy in the decision-making process and the reliance of urban local bodies on traditional forms of financing such as taxes and government grants. These factors not only restrict effective urban governance and development, but also create several dilemmas for comparatively modern and efficacious forms of urban financing. A perfect example of this is the unattractiveness and underutilised potential of municipal bonds for urban financing despite the fact that it was introduced in India in the year 1997. In pursuance of the above, this article aims to identify the problems associated with urban financing through municipal bonds and also makes an attempt to provide solutions which will not only help in creating a more reliable and effective form of urban financing for urban local bodies but also improve urban governance and permit the general public to invest in urban infrastructure development activities. JEL codes: K220, R510

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