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Cities play a pivotal but paradoxical role in the future of our planet. As world leaders and citizens grapple with the consequences of growth, pollution, climate change, and waste, urban sustainability has become a ubiquitous catchphrase and a beacon of hope. Yet, we know little about how the concept is implemented in daily life particularly with regard to questions of social justice and equity. This volume provides a unique and vital contribution to ongoing conversations about urban sustainability by looking beyond the promises, propaganda, and policies associated with the concept in order to explore both its mythic meanings and the practical implications in a variety of everyday contexts. The authors present ethnographic studies from cities in eleven countries and six continents. Each chapter highlights the universalized assumptions underlying interpretations of sustainability while elucidating the diverse and contradictory ways in which people understand, incorporate, advocate for, and reject sustainability in the course of their daily lives.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Sustainability in the Global City: Myth and Practice'? A: The book examines the role of cities in urban sustainability, addressing the complexities of growth, pollution, climate change, and social justice.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Cindy Isenhour.
- Q: What topics are covered in the ethnographic studies presented in this book? A: The studies explore various everyday contexts of sustainability, highlighting universal assumptions and diverse interpretations across eleven countries and six continents.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Sustainability in the Global City'? A: The book was published on April 28, 2016.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book contains 426 pages.
- Q: In which category is this book classified? A: The book is classified under Environmental & Natural Resources Law.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in social justice issues? A: Yes, the book discusses the implications of sustainability in relation to social justice and equity.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition of the book is the first edition.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to gain insights into the practical implications of sustainability and how it is perceived and enacted in various urban contexts.