This publication, "Sustainable Communities: Creating a Durable Local Economy," authored by Bruce Seifer, Rhonda Phillips, and Ed Antczak, with a foreword by Senator Bernie Sanders, delves into the critical aspects of building and maintaining robust local economies. Published by Routledge on August 15, 2013, this work is categorized under Architecture: Planning and aims to offer insights and practical solutions for community economic development. Its intended use is to provide a comprehensive understanding of how to foster sustainable local economies, drawing inspiration from the successful development model of Burlington, Vermont. The book targets policymakers, development practitioners, students, and engaged citizens interested in themes such as community planning, social enterprise, energy and environmental considerations, food systems, and cultural well-being.
The scope of this manual is to serve as a foundational resource for understanding and implementing strategies for durable local economies. It covers key themes and presents a case study of Burlington, Vermont, to illustrate successful economic development practices. The primary goal is to inspire readers by showcasing what is achievable in community economic development, offering a narrative of progress and innovation. This resource is designed to equip its audience with the knowledge and inspiration needed to foster similar successes in their own communities, promoting a holistic approach that integrates economic vitality with social and environmental sustainability.
With a foreword written by Senator Bernie Sanders
What is a durable economy? It is one that not only survives but thrives. How is it created, and what does it take to sustain over time? Sustainable Communities provides insight and answers to these questions.
Citing Burlington, Vermont's remarkable rise to award-winning status, this book explores the balance of community planning, social enterprise development, energy and environment, food systems and cultural well-being. Aimed at policymakers, development practitioners, students, and citizens, this book describes which and how multiple influences facilitate the creation of a local, durable and truly sustainable economy. The authors hope to inspire others by sharing this story of what can be done in the name of community economic development.
Author: Phillips, Rhonda
Author: Seifer, Bruce
Author: Antczak, Ed
Publisher: Routledge
Illustration: n
Language: ENG
Title: Sustainable Communities: Creating a Durable Local Economy
Pages: 00304 (Encrypted EPUB)
On Sale: 2013-08-15
SKU-13/ISBN: 9780415820172
Category: Architecture : Planning
With a foreword written by Senator Bernie Sanders
What is a durable economy? It is one that not only survives but thrives. How is it created, and what does it take to sustain over time? Sustainable Communities provides insight and answers to these questions.
Citing Burlington, Vermont's remarkable rise to award-winning status, this book explores the balance of community planning, social enterprise development, energy and environment, food systems and cultural well-being. Aimed at policymakers, development practitioners, students, and citizens, this book describes which and how multiple influences facilitate the creation of a local, durable and truly sustainable economy. The authors hope to inspire others by sharing this story of what can be done in the name of community economic development.
Author: Phillips, Rhonda
Author: Seifer, Bruce
Author: Antczak, Ed
Publisher: Routledge
Illustration: n
Language: ENG
Title: Sustainable Communities: Creating a Durable Local Economy
Pages: 00304 (Encrypted EPUB)
On Sale: 2013-08-15
SKU-13/ISBN: 9780415820172
Category: Architecture : Planning
