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A Sustainable Approach to Land Use
Kundan Meshram (Edited by), Meshram (Author), Chatrabhuj Chatrabhuj (Edited by)
9781394303250, Wiley
Hardback, published 10 July 2026
512 pages
25 x 15 x 1.5 cm, 0.666 kg
This comprehensive guide transforms abstract sustainability theory into practical, real-world solutions, offering readers the proven policy frameworks, case studies, and green infrastructure strategies needed to balance urban economic growth with environmental stewardship. In order to minimize carbon emissions, diminish the effects of urban heat islands, and improve human quality of life, sustainable land use in urban planning and architecture focuses on developing livable, walkable communities with effective transportation systems, mixed land-use development, and green infrastructure. In an effort to build resilient, inclusive economies, sustainable land use policies emphasize the value of ecosystem services, encourage green innovation, and make investments in renewable energy sources. These strategies aim to strike a balance between economic growth and environmental stewardship. This book presents a comprehensive understanding of sustainable land use patterns and their implications. It investigates the fundamental concepts of sustainable land use, such as environmental conservation, social equality, and economic viability. Covering many aspects of sustainable land use, it will look at successful case studies and examples from various geographic regions and socioeconomic circumstances to show how sustainable land use practices are practically implemented. The book explores the significance of sustainable land use in biodiversity conservation, economic growth, and social equity, as well as the policy implications and implementation techniques required to promote sustainable land use practices. It challenges readers to evaluate their unique roles in determining land use patterns, as well as practical ways to incorporate sustainable concepts in their own communities.
List of Figures xv 1 Sustainability Principles and Dimensions 1 2 Understanding Land Use Patterns 25 3 Principles of Sustainable Land Use 45 4 Economic Aspects of Sustainable Land Use 67 5 Social Impacts of Sustainable Land Use Patterns 85 6 Environmental Impact of Land Use Patterns 105 7 Technology in Land Use Planning 133 8 Policy Framework for Sustainable Land Use 163 9 Challenges in Implementing Sustainable Land Use Patterns 193 10 Case Studies of Successful Sustainable Land Use 223 11 Community Engagement in Land Use Decision-Making 269 12 Remote Sensing Techniques for Land Use Pattern Extraction 301 13 Satellite Image Analysis 333 14 Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Land Feature Extraction 359 15 Land Use Pattern of Cities 377 16 Geospatial Analysis of Land Use Patterns for Enhancing Sustainable Development Initiatives 393 17 Assessment of Urban Cities by Analysing Land Use Patterns via Satellite Images for Sustainable Development Goals 409 18 Ethics and Values in Land Use 451 References 467
List of Tables xix
Preface xxi
1.1 Introduction 1
1.2 Sustainability and Dimensions 2
1.3 History of Sustainability 6
1.4 Need for Sustainability 7
1.5 Benefits of Sustainability 9
1.6 Past, Present and Future 12
1.7 Challenges vs. Solutions 15
1.8 What is Sustainable Land Use? 19
1.9 Significance of Sustainable Land Use 21
1.10 Conclusion 23
2.1 Introduction 25
2.2 Factors Affecting Land Use Pattern 26
2.3 Types of Land Use Pattern 28
2.4 Land Use Pattern vs. Land Use Cover 33
2.5 Why Land Use Patterns Must Be Studied 35
2.6 Relevant Departments and Stakeholders in Land Use Pattern Research 37
2.7 Use of Technology for Mapping Land Use Patterns 40
2.8 Conclusion 42
3.1 Introduction 45
3.2 Balancing Economic, Social, and Environmental Objectives 46
3.3 Integrating Traditional and Modern Practices 50
3.4 Social and Cultural Considerations 52
3.5 Economic Viability of Sustainable Practices 56
3.6 Potential of Job Creation in Sustainable Land Use 58
3.7 Educational Initiatives 60
3.8 What are the Different Levels of Educational Initiatives? 62
3.9 Policy Integration 62
3.10 Conclusion 64
4.1 Introduction 67
4.2 Foundations of Sustainable Land Use Economics 68
4.3 Economics of Land Use Change 71
4.4 Economic Impacts of Land Use Change 72
4.5 Policy Framework 73
4.6 Economics of Sustainable Urban Development 75
4.7 Challenges in Balancing Economic Goals with Sustainability 76
4.8 Strategies for Mitigating Conflicts between Economic and Environmental Objectives 78
4.9 Potential for Economic Prosperity through Sustainable Land Use 81
4.10 Conclusion 83
5.1 Introduction 85
5.2 Scope of Social Impact 86
5.3 Importance of Considering Social Impacts 88
5.4 Promoting Community Well-Being through Sustainable Land Use 89
5.5 Cultural Heritage Conservation in Land Use Planning 92
5.6 Importance of Social Cohesion in Land Use Planning 96
5.7 Identifying Key Challenges in Addressing Social Impacts 97
5.8 Social Factors Affecting Land Use Patterns 100
5.9 Conclusion 101
6.1 Introduction 105
6.2 Environmental Aspects of Land Use Patterns 107
6.3 Environmental Consideration in Land Use Planning 112
6.4 Environmental Consequences of Land Use Decisions 114
6.5 Integration of Environmental Policies 115
6.6 Ecosystem Services 120
6.7 Benefits of Ecosystem Services 124
6.8 Land Use Patterns Affect the Delivery of Ecosystem Services 125
6.9 Sustainable Land Use Enhances Ecosystem Services 127
6.10 Conclusion 129
7.1 Introduction 133
7.2 Role of Technology in Decision-Making 136
7.3 Evolution of Technology 139
7.4 Technology in Determining Land Use Patterns 143
7.5 Various Technologies Used for Land Use Patterns 145
7.6 Equitable Benefits from Technological Innovations 156
7.7 Disadvantages of Technology 157
7.8 Conclusion 159
8.1 Introduction 163
8.2 Why is Policy Framework Necessary? 165
8.3 Beneficiary 167
8.4 National and International Land Use Policies 169
8.5 Role of Policies in Guiding Sustainable Land Use 172
8.6 Key Elements of the Policy Framework for Land Use 175
8.7 Zoning 179
8.8 Zoning Approaches That Promote Sustainability 186
8.9 Conclusion 189
9.1 Introduction 193
9.2 Challenges in Implementing Sustainable Land Use Patterns 197
9.3 Economic Interests vs. Environmental Conservation 203
9.4 What is the Resistance to Change in Sustainable Land Use Patterns? 206
9.5 Strategies for Overcoming Resistance 211
9.6 Dilemma of Immediate Economic Gains vs. Long-Term Sustainability 215
9.7 Conclusion 220
10.1 Introduction 223
10.2 Case Study I: Successful Sustainable Land Use in Costa Rica's Osa Peninsula 225
10.3 Case Study II: Restoring and Promoting Sustainable Land Use in the Loess Plateau, China 229
10.4 Case Study III: Sustainable Agroforestry in Murang'a County, Kenya 235
10.5 Case Study IV: Sustainable Land Management Practices in the Sahel Region of Africa 241
10.6 Case Study V: Sustainable Grazing Management in the Great Plains, USA 246
10.7 Case Study VI: Sustainable Land Use and Watershed Management in Ralegan Siddhi, Maharashtra, India 253
10.8 Case Study VII: Sustainable Agriculture and Land Use in Sikkim, India 259
10.9 Conclusion 266
11.1 Introduction 269
11.2 Participatory Planning 271
11.3 Theoretical Underpinnings of Participatory Methods 271
11.4 Involvement of Communities in Decision-Making 273
11.5 Importance of Locals in Decision-Making 279
11.6 Strategies to Overcome 282
11.7 Incorporating Local Knowledge in Decision-Making 287
11.8 Digital Platforms for Engaging Communities in Land Use Decisions 289
11.9 Role of Social Media in Shaping Public Opinion on Land Use 292
11.10 Effectiveness of Community Input in Decision-Making 293
11.11 Quantitative and Qualitative Metrics for Evaluation 296
11.12 Challenges in Incorporating Feedback 297
11.13 Conclusion 299
12.1 Introduction 301
12.2 Remote Sensing Technique 303
12.3 Necessity and Importance 306
12.4 Satellite Imagery in Identifying Shifts in Land Use Patterns 310Contents xi
12.5 Satellites System and Their Capabilities 316
12.6 Satellite Series 319
12.7 Conclusion 329
13.1 Introduction 333
13.2 Applications of Satellite Image Processing 335
13.3 Image Acquisition 336
13.4 Preprocessing Techniques 338
13.5 Image Enhancement Techniques 340
13.6 Classification Techniques 343
13.7 Change Detection Techniques 346
13.8 Spectral Analysis Techniques 346
13.9 Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence Techniques 351
13.10 Conclusion 355
14.1 Introduction 359
14.2 Role of AI and ML in Land Use Analysis 362
14.3 Benefits of AI and ML in Land Use Analysis 367
14.4 Challenges and Considerations 370
14.5 Conclusion 374
15.1 Introduction 377
15.2 Need for Identifying Areas 379
15.3 Land Use Pattern for Bhopal and Raipur 380
15.4 Conclusion 389
16.1 Introduction 393
16.2 Study Area and Data 396
16.3 Methodology 398
16.4 Results and Discussion 400
16.5 Conclusion 405
17.1 Introduction 409
17.2 Literature Review 412
17.3 Study Area 425
17.4 Source of Data 427
17.5 Methodology 428
17.6 Results and Discussion 433
17.7 Conclusion 443
18.1 Introduction 451
18.2 Significance of Values in Land Use Decisions 453
18.3 Incorporating these Values into Land Use Planning 457
18.4 Balancing Economic Interests with Ethical Values 459
18.5 Methods for Harmonizing Economic Interests and Moral Principles 462
18.6 Morality and Land Use Ethics 464
18.7 Interplay between Personal and Collective Morality 464
18.8 Environmental Justice 466
18.9 Conclusion 466
Index 469
Subject Areas: The environment [RN]
