Growth Poles

Dimos Chatzinikolaou; Charis Vlados

doi:10.1007/978-3-031-25900-5_70-1

Growth Poles

Dimos Chatzinikolaou, Charis Vlados

Department of Accounting, Finance and Economics

Dimocritus University of Thrace

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Abstract

Growth poles remain a central idea in regional analysis, emphasizing how a leading industry in a region can generate either positive or negative spillover effects that shape the entire socioeconomic fabric. While the growth poles theory offers a structured approach to spatial development, its comparative evaluation with other spatial theories (such as clusters and business ecosystems) reveals nuances that influence regional growth differently. This approach typically views the socioeconomic system in regional terms, with a preference for top-down planning, aiming to reduce disparities between regions. One of its pivotal analytical strengths is its recognition of the structural importance of industrial concentration, which can elevate developmental outcomes on both national and international scales.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	Encyclopedia of Human Geography
Editors	Barney Warf
Publisher	Springer, Cham
Pages	1-4
ISBN (Electronic)	978-3-031-25900-5
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-25900-5_70-1
Publication status	Published - 7 Aug 2024

Keywords

Growth poles
Economic Geography
Geography of Industrialization
Industrial Districts
Space
Spatial Inequality
Urban and Regional Planning

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

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