Disaster Management and Environmental Planning [Hardcover]

Environmental planning is a distinct field that contributes extensively in management of disasters and natural hazards. It emphasizes on a holistic approach to development with particular attention to environmental factors. On the other hand, disaster management deals with the organisation and management of resources while dealing with humanitarian aspects of emergencies. This book compiles researches that attempt to provide an overview on the current practices in disaster management and environmental planning. It explains techniques and models to reduce risks and impacts of natural hazards. This book is an invaluable source of reference for anyone who is interested in this discipline.Environmental planning is a distinct field that contributes extensively in management of disasters and natural hazards. It emphasizes on a holistic approach to development with particular attention to environmental factors. On the other hand, disaster management deals with the organisation and management of resources while dealing with humanitarian aspects of emergencies. This book compiles researches that attempt to provide an overview on the current practices in disaster management and environmental planning. It explains techniques and models to reduce risks and impacts of natural hazards. This book is an invaluable source of reference for anyone who is interested in this discipline.Environmental planning is a distinct field that contributes extensively in management of disasters and natural hazards. It emphasizes on a holistic approach to development with particular attention to environmental factors. On the other hand, disaster management deals with the organisation and management of resources while dealing with humanitarian aspects of emergencies. This book compiles researches that attempt to provide an overview on the current practices in disaster management and environmental planning. It explains techniques and models to reduce risks and impacts of natural hazards. This book is ló“