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Cohousing - The Answer to Sustainable Development

Creator:: McCollum, Kirra W.
Abstract:: In response to climate change and limited resources this paper reviews cohousing as a possible option for sustainable development. Sustainable design practices that incorporate economic, environmental and social issues need to be present in our neighborhoods. Other development methods incorporate one, but not all three, of the triple bottom line...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
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Integration of Systems Thinking, Viable System Model, and System Dynamics toward Systemic Sustainability Assessment Methodology

Creator:: Tong, Anh B.
Abstract:: The developmental milestones of Sustainability are consistent with the post-normal versus traditional science, where transdisciplinary and policy/action research are among the important approaches to be added to traditional analysis. This shift requires a new perspective to look at the problem at hand: we are no longer considering a group of...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Date Created:
Full Text:: efforts toward Sustainability development from political and grass roots levels. For example, renewable

The effects of North American Free Trade Agreement on sustainable and human development in Mexico

Creator:: Sontirat, Suthasinee
Abstract:: The effects of trade liberalization and trade integration can be seen in many developing countries around the world. While freer trade can be said to create benefits from efficient allocation of resources, it does not ensure that gains from trade will be allocated equitably in a society. Nor does it...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Free Trade Agreement on Sustainable and Human Development in Mexico. Abstract approved: L. The

An Analysis of the Relationship Between Sustainable Development and U.S. Petroleum Policy

Creator:: Talmage, Catherine
Abstract:: The term "sustainable development" describes certain proposals designed to provide the present generation with such needs as food, shelter, and energy while sustaining the environment or stock of natural resources for future generations. The purpose of this paper was to analyze the relationship between sustainable development and current U.S. petroleum...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: "sustainable development" describes certain proposals designed to provide the present generation with such

Is wave energy comparatively sustainable in Oregon?

Creator:: Yin, Yao
Abstract:: This essay provides a snapshot of sustainability and acceptability of wave energy and eight other electricity-generating energy sources in Oregon. Since “sustainability” is an important point of view in decision-making, the paper is centered around the concept. Although there is no consensus on the definition of sustainability in the academic...
Resource Type:: Capstone Project
Full Text:: . 4 I. Introduction The word “sustainability,” or the phrase “sustainable development,” has

Is "Smart Growth" smart? : health effects of urban renewal in Portland, Oregon

Creator:: Buerger, Catherine F.
Abstract:: This thesis examines the impact of urban renewal on individual health, specifically focusing on an urban planning model called Smart Growth that is being used in Portland, Oregon. Findings are based on qualitative and quantitative analyses of interview and survey data from study participants living in a community where renewal...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Neighborhood Profile: Northeast Portland…………………………………….8 The Portland Development Commission (PDC

An anthropological response to the call for cultural midwives based on three case studies of communities

Creator:: Pickering, Kristin Leigh Morgan
Abstract:: The ecological crisis, recognized by scientists as well as an increasing number of lay people urges a response from a variety of disciplines. The consideration of sustainability requires the help of a variety of disciplines, including anthropology, which can contribute an ability to identify cultural patterns that impede cultural change...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: development of a sustainable communty identity through the unique process. ©Copyright by Kristin Leigh

Collaborative Neighborhood-Scale Sustainability Assessment and Planning using the Spatial Optimization for Urban Resource Conservation and Engagement (SOURCE) Tool : Applying the Analytic Hierarchy Process for Spatial Decision Support

Creator:: Gutierrez, Evan Erasmo
Abstract:: A fundamental problem that emerges during the planning of a city or neighborhood is how to prioritize sustainable development criteria and where to focus efforts. Solving this problem is a complex task requiring an integrated approach, which considers environmental, economic, and social criteria, as well as stakeholder preferences. Given the...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: or neighborhood is how to prioritize sustainable development criteria and where to focus efforts

Sustainability of a forest preservation project in India : the case of the Kalakad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve

Creator:: Balasubramanian, Maniselvan
Abstract:: Numerous development projects are implemented in developing countries to attain economic and ecological development. However, in most cases, the encouraging results observed during the implementation phase terminated with the project period, raising concerns on these projects' sustainability after the project period has ended. This study focuses on this sustainability issue...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: William K. Jaeger Numerous development projects are implemented in developing countries to attain

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Cohousing - The Answer to Sustainable Development

Integration of Systems Thinking, Viable System Model, and System Dynamics toward Systemic Sustainability Assessment Methodology

The effects of North American Free Trade Agreement on sustainable and human development in Mexico

An Analysis of the Relationship Between Sustainable Development and U.S. Petroleum Policy

Is wave energy comparatively sustainable in Oregon?

Is "Smart Growth" smart? : health effects of urban renewal in Portland, Oregon

An anthropological response to the call for cultural midwives based on three case studies of communities

Collaborative Neighborhood-Scale Sustainability Assessment and Planning using the Spatial Optimization for Urban Resource Conservation and Engagement (SOURCE) Tool : Applying the Analytic Hierarchy Process for Spatial Decision Support

Sustainability of a forest preservation project in India : the case of the Kalakad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve

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