SPUR Forum: Reflecting China in a California Vision

From SPUR:

At first glance, the effects of China’s recent, rapid urbanization seem hardly relatable to California. But with the state’s population projected to grow 30 percent by 2050, China may be a model to learn from as we move forward. What parallels exist between the paths California and China are taking to better plan for their booming growth?

Peter Calthorpe / Calthorpe Associates

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