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Lessons in Wellbeing Economics: Engaging local communities to bring Academic Principles into Urban Practice

Cities 1.5

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Prioritizing Human and Planetary Well-being in City Planning

Rachel Lawrence from the Centre for Thriving Places in Bristol advocates for a holistic and academic approach to city policy, focusing on happiness and community engagement. The chapter emphasizes the importance of taking a place-based approach in economics and urban planning, highlighting the need to prioritize human and planetary well-being over traditional GDP-centered strategies. Practical methods for implementing a Wellbeing Economy approach in cities are discussed, emphasizing collaboration, citizen participation, and measuring indicators of well-being.

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