From urban design that suits the local landscape to zero-carbon living, this fascinating book looks at how cities around the world are adapting to environmental change. Readers are presented with real-life, eco-city solutions to issues such as water use in times of drought, and why green spaces matter.

Includes index.

What is an eco-city? -- Eco-cities and ecosystems -- Zero-carbon living -- Going renewable -- Urban design -- Public transport -- Eco-housing -- Public buildings -- Waste management -- Saving water -- Green spaces -- Local food -- Cities of the future.