Moore, J. (2007). ABC region: examining local government responses to de-industrialization and its related impacts, 1-18. Retrieved from http://chs.ubc.ca/consortia/outputs3/Moore-Government_Responses_Deindustrialization-Dec2007.pdf
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Using a biophysical framework of analysis, this paper investigates the interconnections between the political, economic, social and environmental aspects of the de-industrialization of the ABC Region. Particular focus is given to the automobile sector and the responses of civil society and local government to the regional impacts of de-industrialization brought about by global forces. Questions about the role of social networks and the efficacy of government responses are addressed in the paper’s conclusion., Research paper, Published.