1st Edition

Sustainable Urban Planning in China Implementing Circular Economy Principles in Small- and Medium-sized Cities

326 Pages 19 Color Illustrations
by Routledge

326 Pages 19 Color Illustrations
by Routledge

This book examines the pressing challenges of urbanization and ecological degradation through the lens of circular economy principles. The book provides a detailed look at how cities can develop sustainably by integrating new planning strategies that promote economic growth while protecting the environment. Through analysis of Yangling, an agricultural research district within the... Read more

Biography

Pei Liang is a renowned researcher and professor at the Xinjiang Institute of Ecology and Geography, CAS, Xinjiang and University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China. With over 200 publications, 50+ patents, and numerous awards, he excels in engineering, urban planning, environmental science, and interdisciplinary research. His leadership has driven significant technological advancements, earning international recognition for his contributions to science and society.

Duo Jia holds a PhD in Environmental Science from Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China. She has extensive experience in academia and research, focusing on environmental science, urban planning, and ecology. Currently an associate researcher at the Xinjiang Institute of Ecology and Geography, CAS, Xinjiang. China, she has led numerous projects, published widely, and holds multiple patents.

Rehemanjiang Wufuer is an Associate Researcher at the Xinjiang Institute of Ecology and Geography, CAS, Xinjiang, China. With expertise in environmental remediation, wastewater treatment, and urban planning, he has led numerous projects. He has published extensively on microorganisms and pollutants, holds two patents, and is recognized for his significant contributions to environmental science.

Elendu Collins is a Special Research Assistant at the Xinjiang Institute of Ecology and Geography, CAS, Xinjiang, China, and holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Xi’an Jiaotong University. His expertise includes environmental science, renewable energy, sustainability, bioremediation, and AI-driven process optimization. He has authored high-impact papers, participated in international projects, and received awards for his innovative research.