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The Post-Fordist Politics of Sustainability on Long Island Introduction | Sustainability and Post Fordism: Opposites or Complements | Long Island: From Crisis to Post Fordism | Long Island's Politics of Sustainability | Conclusions | References Scott Carlin
The literature on sustainable development has neglected suburban regions. Through a case study of suburban Long Island, I examine the theoretical and empirical interactions between sustainable development and post-fordism. Are these theories complements or competing alternatives? As Long Island moves towards a high technology, information-based economy, how are its environmental politics changing? Are sustainable development policies compatible with this new post-fordist economy? While there are some promising changes towards sustainability, regional policies continue to emphasize financial wealth at the expense of regional well-being and sustainability. |
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