Part of a series of four entitled Urban Patterns for a Green Economy, this guide argues that strategic investment in physical infrastructure with the diversification of economies allows cities to play a specialised role in polycentric urban development. Furthermore, it suggests that green economic development can be achieved through the development of green clusters and green jobs. Finally, this guide argues that a number of green economy outcomes may be reached through efficiencies and shared infrastructure, rather than duplication.

Other Titles in this series

• Working with Nature Guide 1
• Leveraging Density Guide 2
• Optimizing Infrastructure Guide 3
• Clustering for Competitiveness Guide 4