International Training on Sustainable Regional Principles, Planning & Transportation
Organized by ECAS Institute – Building Resilient and Equitable Regions
Course Background
Objectives
What You Will Learn
Training Modules
Target Participants
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Course Background
Achieving true sustainability extends beyond city limits, requiring holistic regional development. This course introduces sustainable regional principles, planning concepts, and transportation system evaluation, equipping participants to foster resilient and equitable regions.
Through dynamic video lectures, case studies, and discussions, the training addresses vital elements such as housing, food security, rural preservation, community engagement, and multi-modal transportation systems.
Course Objectives
Formulate the relationship between regional principles, smart growth, and sustainability.Evaluate growth priorities, community involvement, and scale of governance for sustainable development.Map rural preserves, reserves, neighborhoods, and districts as tools for regional smart growth planning.Understand the implications of corridors and regional centers on regional smart growth planning.What You Will Learn
The importance of the regional plan and community engagement.Understanding development transects and balanced growth strategies.Providing rural preserves and rural reserves.Mapping neighborhoods, districts, and evaluating transportation systems.Integrating multi-modal transportation and regional railway systems for mobility and accessibility.Training Modules
1. Sustainable Regional Fundamentals
Defining sustainable regional developmentRelationship between regional principles, smart growth, and sustainabilityImportance of a regional plan for long-term sustainabilityUnderstanding development transect and urban-rural balance2. Regional Planning & Development Priorities
Growth priorities and community involvementScale of governance in achieving smart growthHousing and food security considerationsRural preserves and mapping neighborhoods/districts3. Regional Transportation & Land Use
Evaluating sustainable transportation systemsAchieving multi-modal balanceBuilding choices into transportation modesIntegrating regional railway systems and ensuring accessibility4. Case Study: Global Best Practices
Analyzing successful regional plans worldwideSustainable transportation infrastructure projectsCommunity engagement and governance approachesLessons from successes and challenges globallyTarget Participants
Urban and Regional PlannersEnvironmental ManagersLocal and Regional Government OfficialsTransportation Engineers and PlannersCommunity Development ProfessionalsAcademics and students in urban studies, geography, environmental science, or public administrationContact & Registration
Training manuals and reference materials are provided. Participants receive a certificate upon completion.
For tailored courses or inquiries, contact: info@ecasiafrica.org
Payment should be sent to our bank account before the start of training with proof of payment sent to: info@ecasiafrica.org
