Product Details
The 19th century is considered the age of empires, the 20th century the nation states, and the 21st century the age of cities
This is because more than half of the world's population now lives in cities and this ratio is increasing rapidly; it is predicted that by 2050, out of a total population reaching 10 billion, 7 billion will live in cities
This is because cities provide approximately 75% of a country's gross domestic product while consuming 70% of total energy and emitting 60% of greenhouse gases
This is because cities are where innovative ideas flourish
Because cities are the source of socio-economic developments, the nurturing force of creativity and innovation
Cities need resources to sustain their development; both the material and spiritual gains of the city need to increase and this goal should be reached in a sustainable way
For all these reasons, there is significant competition between cities; they need visitors who spend more money, direct foreign investment that will carry the city decades ahead and increase competitiveness, people with ideas and talent for creative innovations to flourish, and there is a need for the value of products and services produced in the city to increase
This book attempts to describe the challenges to be faced in the age of cities, the opportunities that may arise, and the solutions for sustaining development with examples
With a coast line 8,333 km long in 4 seas, lands that have hosted many civilizations and close to 100 ancient cities, rich traditions and customs, and the presence of nearly 2000 geographical indications, there are a total of 1084 municipalities including 30 metropolitan municipalities, 51 provincial and 1003 district municipalities
The sectors, with their cultural heritage, coasts, lakes - streams, products grown in their fields and gardens, and people with ideas and capabilities, form an immense power, and it has become inevitable that this power is managed with rational strategies and policies required by the era for the development of our country
This book is an opportunity for awareness for those who care about their cities and their future, and it will serve as a guide for those directly or indirectly involved in city management
There are more than 50 items available at the promotional price.
