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The #Science of #SolarPunk -- why we need #GreenerCities!

Equitable urban green space planning for sustainable cities: a GIS-based analysis of spatial disparities and functional strategies

Published: 02 July 2025
Sayyed Kifayatullah, Zafeer Saqib, Muhammad Irfan Khan, Muhammad Zaman-ul-Haq, Dmitry E. Kucher, Sajid Ullah & Aqil Tariq

"Abstract:

#UrbanGreenSpaces (#UGS) are critical for fostering ecological sustainability and social equity in rapidly urbanizing cities like #Islamabad, #Pakistan. This study aimed to comprehensively map and classify Islamabad’s UGS, identify spatial disparities, and evaluate their ecological, recreational, and social functions. The research also proposed sustainable strategies for managing UGS to address urban challenges, including climate adaptation, biodiversity loss, and social inequity. The study developed a detailed spatial map of Islamabad’s UGS using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and high-resolution satellite imagery. Seven typologies were categorized and analyzed, including parks, playgrounds, institutional green spaces, and waterways. Field surveys and random sampling validated the thematic maps, achieving an accuracy rate of 95.68% based on statistical metrics like Kappa coefficients. The study revealed significant disparities in UGS distribution.

"Wealthier zones had larger, well-maintained green spaces, while denser areas lacked accessible and functional UGS. Recreational spaces, institutional greenery, and waterways played a vital role in enhancing biodiversity, urban aesthetics, and community well-being, though many remain underutilized or degraded. Institutional green spaces contributed significantly to urban sustainability, comprising 17.05 km² of the total UGS area. The research highlights UGS as an essential #NatureBasedSolution (#NBS) for addressing urban challenges like #HeatIslands, #stormwater management, and #SocialInequalities. The findings serve as a model for other rapidly urbanizing cities seeking #ecological and social balance.

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"Conclusion

[T]his study underscores the pivotal role of UGS in fostering ecological #sustainability, social equity, and urban resilience, particularly in rapidly urbanizing cities like Islamabad. By leveraging GIS and high-resolution satellite imagery, the research provides a detailed analysis of the spatial distribution, typologies, and functional value of #GreenSpaces across the city. The findings reveal striking disparities, where wealthier neighborhoods enjoy better-maintained parks and green belts, while densely populated and economically underprivileged areas often lack accessible and functional green spaces. This imbalance highlights the urgent need for equitable planning and management of urban greenery.

"The research affirms that UGS are more than aesthetic elements; they serve as vital ecological assets by regulating #UrbanMicroclimates, enhancing #biodiversity, managing stormwater, and mitigating the urban heat island effect. Socially, they contribute to community well-being by offering recreation, relaxation, and physical activity spaces. However, the study also identifies significant challenges, such as the uneven distribution, poor maintenance, and underutilization of certain green spaces, which limit their potential to deliver these benefits.

"To address these challenges, the study emphasizes the importance of integrating UGS into #UrbanPlanning policies to ensure #EquitableAccess for all city residents, regardless of socioeconomic status. It also highlights the value of #CommunityInvolvement in the upkeep and management of green spaces, fostering a sense of ownership and responsibility among local stakeholders. Sustainable funding mechanisms, such as public-private partnerships, are proposed to ensure UGS’s regular maintenance and future expansion. Moreover, the research advocates for continued use of data-driven decision-making, leveraging GIS tools to monitor and optimize green infrastructure for long-term sustainability. While this study focuses on Zone I, expanding future research to other zones would offer a more comprehensive perspective on UGS distribution and accessibility across the entire city.

"This research presents UGS as Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) to tackle pressing urban challenges like #ClimateChange, flooding, and social inequalities, offering actionable strategies for policymakers and urban planners. While centered on Islamabad, these findings provide a valuable framework that other rapidly urbanizing cities can adapt to strike a balance between development and ecological integrity. The study reminds that sustainable cities must prioritize green spaces to ensure a livable, #equitable, and #resilient urban future."

Full article:
http://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-025-07578-2

#SolarPunkSunday #MoreTrees #GreenerCities #MoreGreenSpace #Microclimates #GreenInfrastructure #OpenAccess #OpenAccessJournals #LivableCities

Stresové testovanie však potvrdilo, že slovenské banky by zvládli aj výrazne nepriaznivý vývoj.

Tón: : mierne negatívny
#slovakia #gdelt #sr #finančná #nbs

https://www.teraz.sk/ekonomika/financny-system-na-slovensku-zostava/966952-clanok.html

New #TNOCRoundtable
Whose voices shape — and don't shape — #naturebased Solutions?

Some threads ...
• Power imbalances in NbS are embedded, not accidental
• Trust takes time project cycles don't budget for
• Local knowledge is evidence, not anecdote
• The most marginalised in co-creation often hold the knowledge most essential to solutions that endure

📖 Read the roundtable: https://www.thenatureofcities.com/TNOC/2026/05/29/whose-voices-shape-and-make-decisions-in-nbs-and-who-doesnt-get-included-what-could-real-inclusion-look-like-in-practice/

#NbS #UrbanNature #EnvironmentalJustice #CoCreation #Biodiversity

Za každých okolností chce ako predseda vlády hľadieť predovšetkým na zabezpečenie funkčnej vládnej väčšiny a jej pripravenosti schváliť štátny rozpočet na rok 2027.

Tón: : mierne pozitívny
#slovakia #gdelt #eko #premiér #nbs

https://www.teraz.sk/ekonomika/fico-kamenicky-neodchadza-do-nbs-mus/965076-clanok.html

Back-to-school deals: P1 supplies, gadget promos, student rewards

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://interaksyon.philstar.com/trends-spotlights/2026/05/18/313590/back-to-school-deals-p1-supplies-gadget-promos-student-rewards/

How a handwritten letter could score you a free book this summer

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://interaksyon.philstar.com/hobbies-interests/2026/04/20/312254/how-a-handwritten-letter-could-score-you-a-free-book-this-summer/

Ceny rosną, ale spadają

Dane pokazują raczej bardzo umiarkowaną inflację roczną przy wyraźnym miesięcznym osłabieniu cen, szczególnie w żywności i usługach. To sugeruje, że popyt wewnętrzny w Chinach pozostaje kruchy, a presja deflacyjna nie została całkowicie przełamana.

https://wp.me/p3fv0T-ie7 #Chiny #ChRL #inflacja #gospodarka #CPI #NBS #dane

Populacja Chin spada i będzie spadać

Zgodnie z przewidywaniami w 2025 roku liczba ludności Chin spadła czwarty rok z rzędu, a wskaźnik urodzeń osiągnął najniższy poziom w historii ChRL.

https://wp.me/p3fv0T-i1O #Chiny #ChRL #populacja #demografia #ludność #katastrofa #dane #NBS #urodzenia #spadek #POLECANE

An overview of the PRO-Coast Norwegian Case study area, led by the University of Bergen (UiB) (Mjolkevika beach), at Mjolkevika Beach, showcasing the excellent work carried out by our consortium partner, Costa Nostrum
#biodiversity #ecosystem #societalchange #nbs #transformationalchange PRO-Coast #Horizon hashtag#Bergen #Norway
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0uC8_nqNFFQ

Wat zijn de uitdagingen van NL2120? Wat is er al bereikt afgelopen jaar? Wat zijn de plannen voor de komende negen jaar? En hoe kunnen #NL2120 en het Nationaal Deltaprogramma elkaar daarin versterken?
Dubbelinterview met Alex Hekman, directeur NL2120 en Tim van Hattum, programmaleider Klimaat bij Wageningen University & Research en pleitbezorger van Nature-based Solutions.

#nbs
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/nl2120_nl2120-groen-waar-het-kan-technisch-als-activity-7406099757028233216-rXY3/

Global survey by NetworkNature: Your perspective can directly shape the Roadmap for Citizen Action on #NbS — a guide that policymakers will use to understand what communities need to restore and protect nature.
Take the survey before 15 January.
➡️ https://thenatureofcities.typeform.com/to/iM8zPyV7

Free Online Book about Nature-Based Solutions for Cities

Climate change, health and urban sustainability

Nature-based solutions (NBS) are increasingly being adopted to address climate change, health, and urban sustainability. Yet ensuring they are effective and inclusive remains a challenge.

https://www.elgaronline.com/edcollbook-oa/book/9781800376762/9781800376762.xml

#books
#NbS
#OpenAccess

Handbook of Nature-Based Solutions to Mitigation and Adaptation to Climate Change by Gustavo J. Nagy et al, 2023

Over recent years, nature-based solutions (NbS) have gained popularity as tools to ameliorate the effects of climate change, while slowing down the global warming process. More specifically, the potential of NbS has been explored in terms of meeting greenhouse gas emissions targets, and fostering climate change adaptation.

#books
#nonfiction
#ClimateChange
#NbS
#Springer

@Umweltbundesamt @DirkMessner

Das klingt sehr spannend und nach Zukunft!

➡️ 17.11.2025, 15:30
🕸️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qO4z7EpDIJE

Speakers:
Wolfgang Cramer - IMBE
Josie Antonucci Di Carvalho - HIFMB
WANG Binbin - C Force
Dirk Messner - UBA
Frauke Röser - NewClimate Institute
Prof. XU Huaqing - NCSC
Irene Suarez Perez - GHUB
Prof. XU Jintao - Peking University
Sandeep Sengupta - International Union for Conservation of Nature

➡️ Mehr davon!

Danke @Umweltbundesamt

#COP30 #NBS #ClimateAction #China

📅 17 November 2025, 03:30-04:30 pm (CET), 11:30 am-12:30 pm (BRT): Side event at the #COP30 World Climate Conference:

Nature-Based Solutions and Beyond: Insights from the Sino-German Track-2-Dialogue

with @DirkMessner

👉 Live-stream and questions: https://german-climate-pavilion.de/?pgm=35&nav=14&tz=America%2FBelem

#COP30noBrasil #NBS #ClimateAction #China

Image Source: GIZ / Binh Dang

Domeindag Natuurinclusief Water 2025.

“Met het programma Natuurinclusief Water streven we er naar om de wateropgaven niet gelijk civieltechnisch op te lossen maar wat meer natuurtechnisch te bouwen.”

#nbs #nl2120
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/jeroenvherk_natuurinclusiefwater-natuurinclusieve-watersector-ugcPost-7388545566378577920-y2jV?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAHDsFAB4V05W4nmEukGZRvHEWY5yhK92UU

Niższy wzrost PKB i dlaczego KPCh o to nie dba

Wiem, że wielu będzie się wydawać, że przecież nie jest źle. PKB przecież wciąż rośnie i przecież wiele państw chciałoby mieć podobne statystyki. Problem w tym, że gospodarka ChRL nie jest taka jak inne. Niemniej, nie zmusi to KPCh do zmiany i to z kilku powodów.

https://wp.me/p3fv0T-hNv #konsumpcja #Chiny #ChRL #PKB #NBS #statystyki #rozwój #gospodarka #POLECANE

Słabe dane gospodarcze przed IV Plenum

Kolejne słabe, choć nie negatywne całkowicie, dane makroekonomiczne dodają wagi Plenum KC, które odbędzie się w przyszłym tygodniu, a jednym z jego tematów ma być XV plan pięcioletni. Rynki spodziewają się cudu.

https://wp.me/p3fv0T-hMI #Chiny #ChRL #Plenum #KC #KPCh #pięciolatka #NBS #dane #statystyki#CPI #PPI #gospodarka

De pilot duurt tien jaar. Rijkswaterstaat wil in die periode kennis verzamelen over het neerslaan van slib bij de dammetjes op de diverse posities. Tedde Langhout: „Die kennis kunnen we dan eventueel elders inzetten langs de Nederlandse Waddenkust.

#NBS
https://dvhn.nl/groningen/eemsdelta/wat-doen-die-halvemaanvormige-dammen-in-de-eems-dollard-47529543.html

Złe dane o produkcji przemysłowej

System polityczny jest wstanie dzisiaj i jeszcze przez jakiś czas będzie mógł neutralizować wszelkiego rodzaju niestabilności. Problem w tym, że to oznacza, że napięcia wciąż narastają podskórnie, gromadząc coraz więcej energii. Otwartym pozostaje pytanie: kiedy i jak zostanie ona uwolniona.

https://wp.me/p3fv0T-hJW #Chiny #ChRL #przemysł #gospodarka #NBS #statystyki #PMI #NBS #popyt

Neubau oder Ausbau der Bahn zwischen Hannover und Hamburg: Diskussion am 1.10.2025, 19:00 Uhr, Stadtpalais Celle. https://www.gruene-celle.de/themen/news-details/ausbau-neubau-wie-sieht-die-bahn-zukunft-in-celle-aus #Deutschlandtakt #bahn #NBS geo:52.619074,10.082746?z=17

Taki sobie sierpień w gospodarce ChRL

W zeszłym miesiącu wzrost produkcji przemysłowej i sprzedaży detalicznej w ChRL spadły do najniższego poziomu w tym roku w związku z ograniczonym popytem, a inwestycje w ostatnich miesiącach nadal się kurczyły.

https://wp.me/p3fv0T-hHU #Chiny #ChRL #NBS #statystyki #gospodarka #sierpień

Deflacja is back

Jesteśmy w sytuacji, kiedy sekwencyjny wzrost cen surowców pomógł złagodzić deflację wskaźnika cen producentów. To też efekt walki z wyścigiem cenowym do dna, którą narzuciło lipcowe posiedzenie Biura Politycznego. Moim zdaniem jednak efekty takich działań nie są trwałe.

https://wp.me/p3fv0T-hH0 #Chiny #ChRL #gospodarka #dane #NBS #deflacja

Do we need another concept for protecting nature and climate?

Yes! Why? moving beyond Nature-based Solutions (#NbS) to pursue Integrated Nature Climate Action (INCA) can help us address systemic drivers of the global polycrisis.

Link: https://doi.org/10.1111/1365-2664.70130 (OA)

with Hollie Folkard-Tapp, Idil Boran, Ines Katrin Dombrowsky, Tarra L Penney, Dawn Bazely, Ruzigandekwe Fidele, Angele Alook and Nathalie Pettorelli
@Radboud_uni
@DawnBazely

#ClimateAction

Chiński przemysł wciąż kuleje mimo zawieszenia broni w wojnie handlowej z USA

W lipcu chińska produkcja przemysłowa skurczyła się czwarty miesiąc z rzędu, co było spowodowane spadkiem nowych zamówień, w tym zamówień eksportowych, nawet po złagodzeniu napięć handlowych ze Stanami Zjednoczonymi.

https://wp.me/p3fv0T-hCz #Chiny #ChRL #gospodarka #przemysł #eksport #USA #WojnaHandlowa #NBS #dane #statystyki