Development and Pilot Application of the California Urban and Biodiversity Analysis (CURBA) Model

IURD Monograph Series

Landis, John D. ; Monzon, Juan Pablo ; Reilly, Michael ; Cogan, Chris

keywords: CURBA, urban growth, biodiversity, compact growth, farmland protection, Santa Cruz County , habitat loss , San Joaquin County, El Dorado County, model data, analysis, agriculture;   

Publisher: Institute of Urban and Regional Development

Subject:建筑学

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【 摘 要 】

The California Urban and Biodiversity Analysis (CURBA) model was developed as a tool to help urban planners to evaluate the possible effects of alternative urban growth patterns and policies on biodiversity and natural habitat quality. CURBA can help direct urban growth while promoting environmental and ecological quality.

   

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