Researchers Bolkaner and Asilsoy from Faculty of Architecture, Near East University have conducted a study focusing on urban green spaces, addressing the increasing importance of ecological urban planning in the face of urban expansion and climate change. The study emphasizes the necessity of open green spaces in urban areas and their role in mitigating the effects of global warming and climate change.
Urban green spaces provide various ecosystem services and are crucial for the well-being of city dwellers. However, the study highlights that the quantity and quality of these spaces are declining due to urbanization, posing challenges for planners and decision-makers.
The researchers developed an Urban Neighborhood Green Index to assess green spaces at the neighborhood level, incorporating quantitative, qualitative, and perceptual parameters. Through the index, they aimed to identify deficiencies and opportunities for ecological planning and design decisions.
The study focused on Northern Nicosia and selected three neighborhoods, Ortaköy, Küçük Kaymaklı, and Taşkınköy, as study areas. Using a quantitative approach, the researchers assessed parameters such as per capita green space, proximity to green spaces, area percentages, and types of green spaces.
The findings revealed that urban green spaces in Northern Nicosia are insufficient based on three of the four parameters evaluated, highlighting the need for comprehensive planning to improve the urban neighborhood green index.
The study proposes the Urban Neighborhood Green Index as a new tool for ecological urban planning and design, emphasizing the importance of sustainability in managing urban green spaces. By considering quantitative, qualitative, and perceptual aspects, the index contributes to expanding scientific knowledge on urban neighborhood green spaces and can be applied in various cities worldwide.
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https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/15/18/13880
