Practical Ecology for Planners, Developers, and Citizens

Name: Practical Ecology for Planners, Developers, and Citizens
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ISBN: 9781559637169

ISBN-10: 1559637161

ISBN-13: 9781559637169

Edition: 2nd 2005

Authors: Dan L. Perlman, Jeffrey Milder, Lincoln Institute of Land Policy Staff, Jeffrey Milder

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Practical Ecology for Planners, Developers, and Citizens introduces and explains key ecological concepts for planners, landscape architects, developers, and others involved in planning and building human habitats. The book is tailored to meet the needs of busy land use professionals and citizens seeking a concise yet thorough overview of ecology and its applications. It offers clear guidelines and a wealth of information on how we can protect species and ecosystems while at the same creating healthy, sustainable human communities. Throughout the book, the authors make ecological concepts accessible to readers with little or no scientific background. They present key ideas and information in…

Book details

List price: $50.00
Edition: 2nd
Copyright year: 2005
Publisher: Island Press
Publication date: 12/6/2004
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 326
Size: 7.00" wide x 10.00" long x 0.90" tall
Weight: 1.342
Language: English




Humans plan



An introduction to ecology and biodiversity



When humans and nature collide



Change through time



Populations and communities



The ecology of landscapes



Conservation planning



Nature in the neighborhood



Restoration and management



Ecologically based planning and design techniques



Principles in practice



Current status of biodiversity in North America