Constructing the narrative of the sustainability fix: Sustainability, social justice and representation in Austin, TX.
In recent years Austin, Texas has gained popular recognition as a ‘sustainable city’ while experiencing robust economic growth. Austin’s ability to resolve many of the political tensions between development and environmental protection have made it a favoured case study for North American policymake...
| Publicado en: | Urban Studies (Sage Publications, Ltd.) Vol. 53; no. 1; pp. 149 - 173 |
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Sage Publications, Ltd.
Jan2016
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