Nature-First Cities

Restoring Relationships with Ecosystems and with Each Other

By: Cam Brewer, Sean Markey, Herb Hammond

Write A Review

Paperback | 7 October 2024

At a Glance

Paperback
258 Pages

Dimensions(cm)
22.8 x 15.5 x 1.9

Paperback

$85.99

or 4 interest-free payments of $21.50 with

or

Ships in 10 to 15 business days

Argues that humans and nature can and should coexist in urban environments.

Nature belongs in cities, but how do we put nature first without pushing people aside? Nature-First Cities reveals the false dichotomy of that question by recognizing that people and nature are indivisible. Western urbanization has meant the ongoing expulsion of nature, which is engendering biodiversity loss and inequality, thwarting economic potential, and affecting health. This volume instead applies the science and practice of nature-directed stewardship to cities. Tested through case studies, this methodology for urban ecosystem restoration is uniquely effective at revitalizing our strained cities. Nature is woven into networks, distributed equitably across neighborhoods, and partnered with the urban density that is essential for addressing the climate crisis.

Nature-First Cities offers a practical framework for urban planning that reinforces our place in nature both physically, by ensuring that cities are replete with biodiversity and intact ecosystems, and conceptually, by rebalancing our relationships with the planet and with one another.

Industry Reviews

"Nature-First Cities challenges the dominant perception of cities as being either booming metropolises or impoverished slums that are inhospitable to nature and wildlife ... Urban greenspace and green infrastructure complement traditional infrastructure, provide many ecological, economic, and social benefits, and contribute to the health and well-being of urban dwellers. Isn't it time we protected, restored, and enhanced the nature in our own neighborhoods?"-- "From the foreword by Drs. Faisal Moola and David Suzuki"
"Cam Brewer, Herb Hammond, and Sean Markey offer an ecosystem-based approach to city planning. They build their approach on the emerging science of urban ecology. Nature-First Cities is a timely, important work."-- "Frederick Steiner, author of Making Plans: How to Engage with Landscape, Design, and the Urban Environment"

Shipping

	Standard Shipping	Express Shipping
Metro postcodes:	$9.99	$14.95
Regional postcodes:	$9.99	$14.95
Rural postcodes:	$9.99	$14.95

Orders over $79.00 qualify for free shipping.

How to return your order

At Booktopia, we offer hassle-free returns in accordance with our returns policy. If you wish to return an item, please get in touch with Booktopia Customer Care.

Additional postage charges may be applicable.