Manual For Undertaking National Urban Assessments

Author : Asian Development Bank
Publisher : Asian Development Bank
Page : 156 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2016-11-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9789292574925

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Manual for Undertaking National Urban Assessments by Asian Development Bank Pdf

Urbanization in Asia is expected to reach 55% by 2030 and 64% by 2050 to constitute 53% of the world's urban population and contribute half the world's gross domestic product. But as cities swell, they also struggle with environmental degradation, traffic congestion, inadequate urban infrastructure, and lack of basic civic services. This manual prepared by Urban Sector Group of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) provides guidelines for conducting rapid urban assessments. It is guided by the Urban Operational Plan 2012-2020 which outlines ADB's support to its members in developing their urban economies through the 3E approach (Economy, Environment, and Equity). It presents a framework providing a context for the city-level 3E tool kits (Tool Kit for Rapid Economic Assessment, Planning, and Development of Cities in Asia; Green City Development Tool Kit; and Enabling Inclusive Cities: Tool Kit for Inclusive Urban Development).

Author : Asian Development Bank
Publisher : Asian Development Bank
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2016-07-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9789292573539

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Realizing the Urban Potential in Georgia by Asian Development Bank Pdf

This publication details the rapid assessment of the urban sector in Georgia to understand key urbanization trends and patterns of growth and to analyze challenges and opportunities. It gives a snapshot of the state of urban affairs at the national level with an urbanization profile, governance and urban management profile, capacity needs assessment, urban finance matrix, and a “3E” assessment covering economic, environmental, and social equity profiles. This document is not a strategy but the basis for developing a national urban strategy and road map for integrated investments to maximize development impact.

Author : Sonia Chand Sandhu,Ramola Naik Singru,John Bachmann,Vaideeswaran Sankaran,Pierre Arnoux
Publisher : Asian Development Bank
Page : 375 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2016-02-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9789292573515

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GrEEEn Solutions for Livable Cities by Sonia Chand Sandhu,Ramola Naik Singru,John Bachmann,Vaideeswaran Sankaran,Pierre Arnoux Pdf

This publication is a result of a 2-year innovative, exploratory, and reflective study of cities as unique urban spaces that support life, work, and play. It responds to major issues that affect the quality of life of urban residents. This publication offers practical ways on how urban managers, urban practitioners, businesspeople, and citizens can engage to make cities more livable by building on their distinctive physical, social, cultural, and economic characteristics. With the adoption of the Sustainable Development Goals by the United Nations, the book comes at the right time to offer integrated urban development solutions that can translate global development commitments into urban-level actions to achieve livable cities.

Author : Asian Development Bank
Publisher : Asian Development Bank
Page : 159 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2017-03-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9789292577209

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Enabling Inclusive Cities by Asian Development Bank Pdf

This tool kit presents an integrated approach to inclusive urban development and was prepared for ADB staff and their partners to engage in inclusive urban development programming and implementation as an integral component of ADB’s lending programs. It presents methods to gather required information on a particular context and location for inclusive urban development; to decide priorities; and to plan, design, and implement inclusive urban projects. The operational focus is provided by practical guidelines and criteria for inclusive urban development projects and is designed to stimulate innovation in the solution and approaches that define inclusive urban development projects.

Author : Asian Development Bank
Publisher : Asian Development Bank
Page : 119 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2017-09-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9789292579289

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Engaging with Cities of the Future by Asian Development Bank Pdf

Inefficient and uncompetitive cities inhibit economic growth and inclusive development. Integrated urban planning will help stem the decline of Asian and Pacific cities, spelling the difference between a future of gloom or glory in the region. The technical assistance Establishing the Future Cities Program in the Asia and Pacific Region identifies new approaches, particularly the Future Cities approach, to address the challenges of urbanization. The program reviewed the entire ecosystem of how to develop livable cities and served as a testing ground for new or improved solutions. This publication captures insights from work in six pilot cases in Tbilisi, Mandalay, Greater Suva Area, Ulaanbaatar, Makassar, and Bandung.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Pearson Education India
Page : 580 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2024-06-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8131761916

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The Pearson Concise General Knowledge Manual 2012 by Anonim Pdf

Author : Asian Development Bank
Publisher : Asian Development Bank
Page : 135 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2014-08-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9789292544874

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Republic of the Philippines National Urban Assessment by Asian Development Bank Pdf

The Urban Operational Plan (UOP) 2012-2020 of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) supports ADB developing member countries (DMCs) in expanding their urban economies, improving environmental sustainability, and making pro-poor investments through a 3E approach (Economy, Environment, and Equity). This case study on the Philippines is based on thematic areas of the National Urban Sustainability Assessment framework for developing strategic policy options and targeted investments in the urban sector. This publication shows how the framework acts as a tool for conducting rapid urban assessments at both national and urban region levels for DMCs.

Author : Peter P. Calow
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 600 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2009-07-08
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781444313192

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Handbook of Environmental Risk Assessment and Management by Peter P. Calow Pdf

At the heart of environmental protection is risk assessment: thelikelihood of pollution from accidents; the likelihood of problemsfrom normal and abnormal operation of industrial processes; thelikely impacts associated with new synthetic chemicals; and so on.Currently, risk assessment has been very much in the news--therisks from BSE and E. coli, and the public perception of risks fromnuclear waste, etc. This new publication explains how scientificmethodologies are used to assess risk from human activities and theresultant objects and wastes, on people and the environment.Understanding such risks supplies crucial information--to framelegislation, manage major habitats, businesses and industries, andcreate development programmes. Unique in combining the science of risk assessment with thedevelopment of management strategies. Covers science and social science (politics, economics,psychology) aspects. Very timely - risk assessment lies at the heart of decisionmaking in various topical environmental questions (BSE, Brent Spar,nuclear waste).

Author : Gerald Goldstein,Sue R. Beers
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 484 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2003-09-22
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 0471416118

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Comprehensive Handbook of Psychological Assessment, Volume 1 by Gerald Goldstein,Sue R. Beers Pdf

In one volume, the leading researchers in intelligence and neuropsychological assessment interpret the range of issues related to intellectual and neuropsychological tests, including test development and psychometrics, clinical applications, ethical and legal concerns, use with diverse populations, computerization, and the latest research. Clinicians and researchers who use these instruments will find this volume invaluable, as it contains the most comprehensive and up-to-date information available on this important aspect of practice.

Author : M. Dinesh Kumar,Cecilia Tortajada
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 95 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2020-01-31
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789811523960

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Assessing Wastewater Management in India by M. Dinesh Kumar,Cecilia Tortajada Pdf

This book highlights the institutional, legal, and policy measures to manage water pollution in India, and discusses how effective they have been in improving the overall quality of the country’s surface and groundwater resources. It also reviews the status of wastewater generation, collection and treatment in urban areas to provide insights into the gaps in wastewater treatment. Further, it offers a detailed analysis of the wastewater treatment systems available and examines the human health impacts of water pollution in the country, as well as the future trajectory of investment in wastewater treatment systems and potential sectors for reuse and recycling of wastewater, briefly assessing the market demand for treated wastewater. Lastly, it investigates the factors influencing the environmental sustainability and economic viability of wastewater treatment as well as future areas of research in the field.

Author : Maite M. Aldaya,Ashok K. Chapagain,Arjen Y. Hoekstra,Mesfin M. Mekonnen
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2012-08-21
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781136538520

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The Water Footprint Assessment Manual by Maite M. Aldaya,Ashok K. Chapagain,Arjen Y. Hoekstra,Mesfin M. Mekonnen Pdf

People use lots of water for drinking, cooking and washing, but significantly more for producing things such as food, paper and cotton clothes. The water footprint is an indicator of water use that looks at both direct and indirect water use of a consumer or producer. Indirect use refers to the 'virtual water' embedded in tradable goods and commodities, such as cereals, sugar or cotton. The water footprint of an individual, community or business is defined as the total volume of freshwater that is used to produce the goods and services consumed by the individual or community or produced by the business. This book offers a complete and up-to-date overview of the global standard on water footprint assessment as developed by the Water Footprint Network. More specifically it: o Provides a comprehensive set of methods for water footprint assessment o Shows how water footprints can be calculated for individual processes and products, as well as for consumers, nations and businesses o Contains detailed worked examples of how to calculate green, blue and grey water footprints o Describes how to assess the sustainability of the aggregated water footprint within a river basin or the water footprint of a specific product o Includes an extensive library of possible measures that can contribute to water footprint reduction

Author : Asian Development Bank
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2019-12
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9292619462

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Armenia's Transformative Urban Future by Asian Development Bank Pdf

This report identifies future urban development scenarios in Armenia that rely on strong political commitment to establish a territorial strategy that ensures balanced regional development and inclusive economic growth. The National Urban Assessment for Armenia provides a snapshot of the country's urban sector and offers insights to achieving prosperous and sustainable cities. Armenia is highly urbanized, with the population concentrated in Yerevan and its surrounding areas given the capital's geopolitical, economic, and cultural legacy. Opportunities exist to develop well-planned infrastructure along with balanced resource distribution among Yerevan and other cities, while leveraging Armenia's cultural and environmental assets.

Author : Nick Taylor,Marcus Benjamin Lane
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 318 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 064306558X

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Social Assessment in Natural Resource Management Institutions by Nick Taylor,Marcus Benjamin Lane Pdf

This book is the first significant international attempt to outline and analyze how social assessment has been integrated within natural resource management institutions to date. In doing so, it focuses on contemporary Australian and New Zealand experiences, and relates these back to the international context. Social Assessment in Natural Resource Management Institutionsprovides practical guidance for a wide range of planners, managers and stakeholders striving for better integration of social issues. The lessons derived are equally relevant to national, provincial, regional and local governance structures, international agencies, corporations, and community-based non-government organizations.

Author : Dr Owen Harrop
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 401 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2018-09-03
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781482289060

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Air Quality Assessment and Management by Dr Owen Harrop Pdf

Air Quality Assessment and Management: A Practical Guide describes the techniques available for an assessment while detailing the concepts and methodologies involved. It reviews the principles of air quality management; primary sources of air pollution; impact of emissions on human health, flora and fauna; scoping of air quality impacts; baseline monitoring; impact prediction; impact significance; and pollution mitigation and control. Emphasis will be placed on the practical side of AQA, with numerous international case studies and exercises to aid the reader in their understanding of concepts and applications.

Author : Thomas E. Mulinazzi,J. Aubrey Smailes,Robert L. Bish
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 1979
Category : City planning
ISBN : RUTGERS:39030016786123

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Guidelines for Undertaking a Neighborhood Transportation Needs Assessment by Thomas E. Mulinazzi,J. Aubrey Smailes,Robert L. Bish Pdf

Recommended procedures for transit, parking and traffic control studies for presentation to local agencies.