Author: European Foundation For The Improvement Of Living And Working Conditions
Place: Ireland
Publisher: European Foundation for The Improvement of Living And Working Conditions
Year: 1994
Pages: 310
ISBN: 92-826-9293-0
Source: Donated by Charles Correa
Subject: Urbanisation
Sub-Subject: Urban Development
Keyword: Urban and Regional Development, Sustainable Development
Classification: 307.1416
Shelf: C1R5
Accession No: B171
Contents: Preface Vision and Actions for Medium-Sized Cities, An Introduction Main Messages and Conclusions Emerging from the European Workshop on Medium-Sized Cities The Kaleidoscope of Local Dynamics, As Emerging from the Interviews taken in the various cities Interviews with the City, State and Social Partner Representatives in Alicante Interviews with the City, State and Social Partner Representatives in Evora Interviews with the City, State and Social Partner Representatives in Siena Interviews with the City, State and Social Partner Representatives in Perugia Interviews with the City, State and Social Partner Representatives in Oviedo Interviews with the City, State and Social Partner Representatives in Rhodes Interviews with the City, State and Social Partner Representatives in Kavala Interview with the Mayor of Nimes Creation of a Cleaner Production Centre in Volos Sustainability Indicators for European Cities Annexes- Agendas and Lists of Participants for the Alicante, Volos and Oviedo Workshops
Abstract: This report explores the challenges, opportunities, and strategic directions for medium-sized cities in Europe, based on workshops held in Alicante, Volos, and Oviedo. It draws from interviews with city officials, state representatives, and social partners in cities including Evora, Siena, Perugia, Rhodes, Kavala, and Nîmes. Key themes include governance, sustainability, innovation, and participatory planning. Case studies, such as the Cleaner Production Centre in Volos and the use of sustainability indicators, highlight practical approaches. The report offers a broad view of local dynamics and aims to inform policy, encourage knowledge sharing, and support sustainable urban development across medium-sized European cities.