Urban and rural communities around the globe face many challenges today, and the question of how these communities can evolve and develop to meet the needs of their members in the twenty-first century is one of great importance. "Rural and Urban Development" considers this problem from both sides. Beginning with the assertion that rural development is a necessity in the contemporary world, the first section addresses key questions of rural development. The communities and areas under discussion are diverse, but the issues raised are fundamental in rural development studies: land use conflict, gender and women's rights, renewable energy sources and information technology. In the second section, issues of planning and managing urban development are the focus, with a special focus on practicable, sustainable solutions. Discussions include rainwater harvesting in Australia, emerging technologies for traffic management in cities, and an evaluation of urban planning initiatives in East Africa. This is an accessible and focused book that will be very valuable to students of development, planning and sustainability, as well as professionals working in related areas.
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