A systematic review of factors influencing the vitality of public open spaces: a novel perspective using social–ecological model (SEM)

D Zhang, GHT Ling, SH Misnan, M Fang - Sustainability, 2023 - mdpi.com
A number of studies address the spatial planning, architectural design, and management of
public open spaces (POSs) to curb the overuse of spaces to create high-quality spaces …

Relevant landscape components in a large urban green space in Oporto (Portugal)

LV Pinto, P Pereira - Urban Forestry & Urban Greening, 2024 - Elsevier
Landscape components are essential in the design and fruition of any urban green space
(UGS). This is particularly relevant considering the growth rate of the urban population …

Nature‐based solutions for sustainable flood management in East Africa

P Long'or Lokidor, M Taka, C Lashford… - Journal of Flood Risk …, 2024 - Wiley Online Library
Africa's population is expected to triple by 2050, owing to rapid urbanisation and overall
demographic trends. The combined pressures of urbanisation and climate change impact …

Factors affecting cultural ecosystem services use in Vilnius (Lithuania): A participatory mapping survey approach

LV Pinto, M Inácio, K Bogdzevič, M Kalinauskas… - Heliyon, 2023 - cell.com
Assessing preferences of recreational activities related to cultural ecosystem services (CES)
in urban areas is essential for decision-making and urban green space (UGS) management …

[HTML][HTML] Green spaces in Ghana's built environment: Analyzing perceptions and urban planning perspectives through the lens of the New Environmental Paradigm

LKA Safo, AR Safo, SB Liwur, EK Nti - City and Environment Interactions, 2024 - Elsevier
In the busy world of city growth, urban green spaces in Ghana are befallen with destruction
due to urbanization. Using a cross-sectional design and case-studying Damongo and …

Corporate Sustainability Orientation, Sustainable Development Practices, and Firm Performance of MSMEs in Malaysia.

PY Mah, F Chuah - Asian Journal of Business Research, 2023 - search.ebscohost.com
Over the past two years, the Covid 19 pandemic was the greatest communicable outbreak
that has upended almost every aspect of our lives. Despite this, the progress in realizing …

A Methodology for Quantifying the Spatial Distribution and Social Equity of Urban Green and Blue Spaces

B Guinaudeau, M Brink, B Schäffer, MA Schlaepfer - Sustainability, 2023 - mdpi.com
Urban green and blue space (UGBS) contribute to a variety of nature-based values and
human health benefits. As such, they play a critical role for the quality of life and …

[HTML][HTML] Comparison of urban green space usage and preferences: A case study approach of China and the UK

Y Ma, PG Brindley, E Lange - Landscape and Urban Planning, 2024 - Elsevier
The literature identifies an important research gap regarding the variability in people's needs
and preferences for Urban Green Space (UGS) depending on sociodemographic and …

[HTML][HTML] The importance of robust datasets to assess urban accessibility: a comparable study in the distrito tec, monterrey, mexico, and the stanford District, San …

KL Rodríguez-Hernández, J Narezo-Balzaretti… - Applied Sciences, 2022 - mdpi.com
Urban planning has a crucial role in helping cities meet the United Nations' Sustainable
Development Goals and robust datasets to assess mobility accessibility are central to smart …

Landscape attractiveness and place identity: Considering the role of urban parks

X Chen, MH Marzbali, A Abdullah - PLANNING MALAYSIA, 2024 - planningmalaysia.org
Urban parks, vital public spaces for community health and well-being, also face challenges
related to safety and security. Balancing the need for recreational spaces with ensuring …