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Solid waste management in the world's cities : water and sanitation in the world's cities 2010 / United Nations Human Settlements Programme.

Contributor(s): Language: English Publisher: London ; Washington, DC : UN-HABITAT/Earthscan, 2010Description: xxviii, 228 s. färg. ill., kartor 31 cmISBN:
  • 9781849711692
  • 1849711690
  • 9781849711708
  • 1849711704
  • 9789211322187
  • 9211322189
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 363.7285091732 22
  • 363.72/85091732 22
LOC classification:
  • TD791
Other classification:
  • Ppdb
Contents:
Introduction and key concepts -- Profiling the reference cities -- The three key integrated sustainable waste management system elements in the reference cities -- Integrated sustainable waste management governance features in the reference cities -- Reflections and recommendations.
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Book Biblioteket HKR Biblioteket 363.7 Solid Available 11156000166431
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In our rapidly urbanizing global society, solid waste management will be a key challenge facing all the world's cities. Solid Waste Management in the World's Cities provides a fresh perspective and new data on one of the biggest issues in urban development.Using the framework of Integrated Sustainable Waste Management (ISWM), the report brings together unprecedented research from 22 cities across six continents. It uncovers the rich diversity of waste management systems that are in place throughout the world, and draws out the practical lessons for policymakers. The volume will be essential reading for all professionals and policymakers in the field, as well as a valuable resource for researchers and students in all aspects of urban development.Winner of the International Solid Waste Association Publication Award 2010Published with UN-Habitat.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction and key concepts -- Profiling the reference cities -- The three key integrated sustainable waste management system elements in the reference cities -- Integrated sustainable waste management governance features in the reference cities -- Reflections and recommendations.

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