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Abstract: "Whether they are growing, shrinking, or just standing their ground, cities throughout the United States are looking for ways to reinvent and reinvigorate their urban landscapes. More and...

urban landscapes sustainability deindustrialization greening brownfields stakeholder involvement partnerships C. DeSousa 2010

started by Metropolitan Institute on 04 Jan 12 no follow-up yet

De Sousa, C. 2008. Brownfields Redevelopment and the Quest for Sustainability. (London: Elsevier Science/Emerald Group Publishing, Current Issues in Urban and Regional Studies Series, Volume 3).

brownfield redevelopment C. DeSousa 2008

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Abstract: "The redevelopment of brownfields and the creation of green space in cities are two initiatives that are gaining support in the US, for they are perceived to be important elements for fos...

Chicago quality of life urban revitalization sustainable development green space property values survey federal policy Minneapolis brownfield redevelopment C. DeSousa 2006

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This article reviews the potential for brownfield sites to become the center of greening strategies for cities, including the creation of parks, playgrounds and trails. Ten brownfield- to - green ...

urban greening Toronto brownfield redevelopment C.A. DeSousa 2003

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