References

Original Reference: KAWKA, R. (2008): Growth and Innovation through Urban-Rural Partnership. In: Strubelt, W. (ed.): German Annual of Spatial Research and Policy 2008. Guiding Principles for Spatial Development in Germany. Berlin, Heidelberg, pp. 57-73

Brief Summary: This chapter focuses on how Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) can be incorporated into regional planning. PoliRuralPlus pilots should align their RAPs with SDG targets to foster long-term, sustainable rural-urban development.

URL: https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-3-540-79470-9_4

Original Reference: Urban dimensions in rural development,A. Schejtman ,1999,4 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: Investigates the interplay between urban dynamics and rural development. Recommendations include promoting governance models that integrate both sectors, encouraging more inclusive RAPs and cross-sector initiatives to foster balanced regional growth in PoliRuralPlus pilots.

URL: Urban dimensions in rural development | United Nations iLibrary (un-ilibrary.org)

Original Reference: European Commission (2001): European Governacne – A white paper. COM 2001(428 final). Brussels.

Brief Summary: This document outlines the EU’s sustainable development strategy, focusing on economic, social, and environmental pillars. RAPs should integrate sustainability goals in both rural and urban regions, promoting long-term balanced development. PoliRuralPlus pilots can adopt these principles to enhance rural sustainability while ensuring economic growth.

URL: https://ec.europa.eu/european-union/sites/europaeu/files/docs/body/com2001_0428en01.pdf

Original Reference: http://www.sustainablefringes.eu/nmsruntime/saveasdialog.asp?lID=519&sID=16

Brief Summary: Discusses how urban fringes can serve as areas for sustainable innovation, particularly in land-use and environmental policies. Recommendations: Leverage urban fringes as zones for environmental innovation, improving rural-urban interaction through sustainable practices and infrastructure.

URL: http://www.sustainablefringes.eu/nmsruntime/saveasdialog.asp?lID=519&sID=16

Original Reference: Introduction to Bridging the “Urban–Rural Divide”,John Accordino ,2019,3 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: This article focuses on sustainable land management strategies to support both rural and urban needs, with an emphasis on ecological preservation and food security. Implications: Sustainable land management can ensure that rural areas remain viable and that urban expansion does not negatively impact rural ecosystems. Recommendations: RAPs should adopt land management strategies that promote ecological preservation, sustainable agriculture, and balanced development to enhance the resilience of both rural and urban areas.

URL: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0160738318303407

Original Reference: Review and Evaluation of Researches on Urban-Rural Interaction Development in the Last Fifteen Years,L. Qi ,2006,

Brief Summary: Explores sustainable land management practices that link rural and urban areas. Recommendations: RAPs should implement land-use strategies that balance development with environmental conservation, fostering sustainable growth in both rural and urban regions.

URL: https://www.mdpi.com/2073-445X/11/8/1298

Original Reference: Association between Rural Land Use Transition and Urban–Rural Integration Development: From 2009 to 2018 Based on County-Level Data in Shandong Province, China,Zhiheng Yang +3,Land,2021,8 ,PDFDOI,

Brief Summary: Discusses sustainable land-use practices that promote rural-urban synergy. Recommends incorporating sustainable land-use practices into PoliRuralPlus to support resilience and environmental protection.

URL: MDPI Article

Original Reference: Facilitating resilient rural-to-urban sustainable agriculture and rural communities,George R. Smith +2,2017,18 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: Examines sustainable development practices in rural areas and their potential impact on improving rural-urban linkages. Implications: Sustainability is key to long-term rural-urban integration. Recommendations: RAPs should integrate sustainable agricultural and environmental practices.

URL: ScienceDirect: Sustainable Rural Development

Original Reference: Connectedness to nature : comparing rural and urban youths’ relationships with nature,M. Klassen ,2010,A14238

Brief Summary: This paper explores the challenges of sustainable rural development in Alberta, focusing on resource management, governance, and community engagement. Implications: Rural-urban collaboration is key to addressing shared sustainability challenges. Recommendations: Apply lessons from Alberta to regional action plans by promoting sustainable resource management, governance reforms, and community engagement strategies. Encourage cross-sector collaboration to foster economic diversification and resilience in rural areas.

URL: Sustainable Development in Alberta

Original Reference: Toward a New Model of Rural-Urban Linkages under Globalization,F. Joint ,2004,A14237

Brief Summary: This publication provides case studies on sustainable rural development, emphasizing rural-urban partnerships. Implication: PoliRuralPlus can learn from best practices in these case studies to design pilot projects that enhance sustainability and collaboration between rural and urban regions.

URL: https://www.rural21.com/fileadmin/downloads/2018/en-04/Rural21_4_2018.pdf

Original Reference: Connecting Rural and Urban Education Research,Melyssa Fuqua +3,Australian and international journal of rural education,2021,1 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: This paper examines how rural education can promote sustainability and build community resilience by integrating local knowledge and environmental stewardship. Implications: Education plays a vital role in fostering sustainable development and rural-urban partnerships. Recommendations: Include education and skills development programs in regional action plans, focusing on sustainability, agriculture, and environmental management. Promote rural-urban educational exchanges to share best practices and strengthen community resilience through knowledge-sharing.

URL: Sustainable Rural Education

Original Reference: Revitalising Rural Communities,Jessica M. Williams +3,SpringerBriefs on Case Studies of Sustainable Development,2021,0 ,PDFDOI,

Brief Summary: Explores economic models that support sustainable development in rural-urban regions. Recommendations: RAPs should promote green economic practices, such as circular economies and sustainable agriculture, to drive long-term rural-urban collaboration and development.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-5824-2

Original Reference: Rural-Urban Linkages and Sustainable Development in Africa,S. Kudo +3,2018,A14234

Brief Summary: Reviews approaches to sustainable rural-urban linkages through economic and environmental strategies. Implications: Focuses on fostering sustainable development. Recommendations: RAPs should prioritize green technologies and circular economies to enhance rural sustainability while ensuring urban-rural cooperation.

URL: https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/10/12/4331

Original Reference: Rural-urban linkages under different farming systems : the cases of coffee and non-coffee growing regions in Ethiopia,T. Gebre-Egziabher ,2001,A14234

Brief Summary: Examines various sustainable development models focused on improving rural-urban linkages through circular economies and local governance. Implications: Sustainability is critical to long-term success in both rural and urban areas. Recommendations: PoliRuralPlus pilots should integrate circular economic principles, focusing on reducing waste, improving resource management, and fostering local governance collaboration.

URL: https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/12/3/1032

Original Reference: Research on the Integration Mode of Urban and Rural Economic Development Based on “Internet +”,Ming Yang +4,2020,0 ,PDFDOI,

Brief Summary: Discusses strategies for ensuring sustainable urbanization while supporting rural development. Recommendations: RAPs should emphasize balanced development through policies that prevent rural depopulation, improve transportation, and strengthen economic links between rural and urban areas.

URL: https://www.atlantis-press.com/proceedings/isbcd-19/125941761

Original Reference: An empirical analysis of links between transport and land use,Chia-Nung Li +1,2013,4 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: Explores sustainable urban-rural linkages. Recommends enhancing rural-urban cooperation through shared infrastructure, joint governance, and sustainable resource management strategies, aligned with PoliRuralPlus pilots and RAPs.

URL: ScienceDirect

Original Reference: Research status and improvement suggestions on connecting with increase and decrease of urban and rural construction land.,Zhao Chenchen +2,2013,A14230

Brief Summary: Discusses water resource management strategies in rural-urban contexts. Recommendations: RAPs should focus on integrated water resource management strategies, ensuring sustainable water use and flood control across rural and urban regions.

URL: https://www.scirp.org/reference/referencespapers?referenceid=896625

Original Reference: Lucatelli, S. (2009): Integration between regional and rural development policies in the Italian National Strategic Regional Framework. Presentation held in Brussels on 9th of December 2009

Brief Summary: Highlights best practices for integrated regional development. For PoliRuralPlus, emphasizing integrated planning approaches could help balance rural and urban needs within RAPs.

URL: https://ec.europa.eu/regional_policy/sources/conferences/pres_synthesis_integ.pdf

Original Reference: Urban-Rural Linkages: Issue of Technology Transfer for Rural Housing,Nirmala D. Kumar +3,2004,0 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: Examines the transfer of technological solutions for rural housing. PoliRuralPlus can focus on implementing innovative housing technologies that improve the quality of life in rural areas, ensuring sustainable and affordable housing solutions as part of regional action plans.

URL: Technology transfer for rural housing (repec.org)

Original Reference: EUROPEAN COMMISSION (2011b): Results of the public consultation on the conclusions of the fifth report on economic, social and territorial cohesion. Commission staff working paper SEC(2011) 590 final. Brussels.

Brief Summary: This document focuses on territorial cohesion and balanced regional development across the EU. RAPs should prioritize balanced growth between rural and urban areas by improving access to services, infrastructure, and jobs. PoliRuralPlus pilots can address territorial inequalities by promoting integrated planning and resource allocation across regions.

URL: https://ec.europa.eu/regional_policy/archive/consultation/5cr/docs/sec2011_590_final.pdf