#ugs — Public Fediverse posts
Live and recent posts from across the Fediverse tagged #ugs, aggregated by home.social.
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Green solutions for crisis: how #UrbanGreenSpaces enhance #CommunityHealth
Yuliang Wang, et al.
06 May 2026"Urban green spaces (#UGS) are vital for public health, especially during crises like the pandemic. While previous studies have explored the link between UGS utilisation and health, the complex interactions between UGS access, demographic factors, and health behaviours remain underexamined, particularly in Northwest China, where UGS are extremely shortage. This study, conducted in NW China’s core city - #Lanzhou, investigates how the pandemic influenced public engagement with UGS and its subsequent effects on public well-being in three #parks. We found that the pandemic spurred increased park visits, reflecting a heightened awareness of their health benefits, yet also exposed access inequalities, especially among those reliant on motor vehicles, and that proximity, commuting methods, and urban infrastructure significantly impact park usage, with frequent and prolonged visits correlating with improved health outcomes and higher willingness to pay (WTP) for parks, especially among younger, educated, and longtime locals. Conversely, increased travel time discourages engagement with UGS, highlighting the need for #AccessibleGreenSpaces. Notably, landscape characteristics like cohesion and patch density play a critical role in health benefits, with cohesive landscapes supporting more significant health improvements. Interestingly, even those with unhealthy habits, such as smoking and drinking, report substantial benefits from park use, suggesting the #RestorativePowerOfNature. To enhance UGS accessibility and maximise health benefits, urban planners should focus on creating #PedestrianFriendly environments, improving #PublicTransportation links, and incorporating health-promoting features in park designs. The findings call for urban planners to focus on enhancing #accessibility, #connectivity, and diversity in park designs, tailored to the unique needs of urban populations, making parks more #inclusive and #resilient spaces for all urban residents. This study provides critical insights into the role of urban parks during crises, offering guidance for #UrbanPlanning and public health strategies in similar urban settings."
Learn more:
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41599-026-07437-z?fromPaywallRec=false#SolarPunkSunday #MoreParks #MoreGreenSpace #Microclimates #GreenInfrastructure #OpenAccess #OpenAccessJournals #LivableCities #BuildingCommunity #China #GreenerCities #HealingThroughNature #SpendTimeInNature
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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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[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
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We've just posted "Forged in FreeCAD (and OpenSCAD!): OpenBrushoGraph.
This excellent and affordable hardware project allows you to build a painting machine that can plot with brushes and multiple paint colours! It's a great #opensource project that uses lots of open source in it.. #inkscape #openscad #ugs #grbl #fluidnc etc. #CNChttps://blog.freecad.org/2026/03/09/forged-in-freecad-and-openscad-openbrushograph/
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2025 was slower than we wanted. Life got messy, work got messy... But we didn’t stop. We kept learning, kept building, kept trying to find a rhythm that didn’t burn us alive.
And honestly? We’re getting there.
It took a while, but we’re finally feeling the groove again, and if all goes well, 2026 is when things start landing the way we meant them to.
Thank you for being here — seriously.
Happy New Year, Ghouls.
Let’s make 2026 a good one.
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🎄Merry Christmas, Ghouls.
Thanks for sticking with us this year. We’re ridiculously grateful for everyone who comments, likes, lurks, wishlists, or just vibes with our little studio.Hope your holidays are cozy, weird, gamer-filled, and peaceful.
Stay nasty, Ghouls. 💖🧑🏼🎄
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No longer are we untitled, reborn from the need to separate ourselves from other untitleds, now we are UNITED! UNITED GHOULS STUDIO!
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🐉🐉🐲 Droian's serious mechanics and bosses vs. our derpy easter eggs! 🤪
What silly easter eggs would you like to see? Let us know! 👇 #Droian #Metroidvania #GamingMemes #EasterEggs #UGS -
The @EUDefenceAgency launched its first-ever European Defence Innovation Operational Experimentation (#OPEX) campaign.
#OPEX focuses on testing future capabilities in Unmanned Aerial Systems (#UAS) and Unmanned Ground Systems (#UGS).
➡️https://eda.europa.eu/news-and-events/news/2025/02/13/eda%27s-first-operational-experimentation-campaign-for-defence-innovation-takes-off
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🐉🐉🐲 In Droian, our serious mechanics and bosses are balanced by derpy easter eggs! 🤪 What silly easter eggs would you like to see in the game? Let us know!
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💬 "Patrolling the Mojave almost makes you wish for a Nuclear Winter."🌵🌞
Ah, the memories of Fallout New Vegas! What are some of your favorite quotes from this classic game? Share them with us! 💥
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Mood RNG or Bipolar Disorder? 🎲 Emotions can be as unpredictable as game RNG, like rolling a crit fail on a D20! 😅 Mental health is serious. We're not making fun of BPD. Need help? Visit nami.org or ibpf.org #MentalHealthMeme #GamingLife #MoodRNG #UGS
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🚀✨ Attention all gamers! 🌟 Our website just received a major upgrade, featuring a brand new look and improved navigation. Dive into the world of UGS and discover everything our gaming universe has to offer. Check out the revamped site now! https://ugs.pt 💻🎮 #UGS #WebsiteUpdate #GamingUniverse
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Hey folks! The Untitled Game Studios Livestream is back this Friday at 6pm! We’ve got the one and only Satan playing Who’s Lila on our Twitch channel. It’s going to be a night of fun, laughter, and gaming magic. Don’t miss out! Twitch.tv/untitledgamestudios #Who’sLila #UGS #Twitch #Livestream #Satan #GamingMagic
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Found a defender of #green #spaces in the urban wild during the weekend. Let's hope a sign mitigates ignorance.
#UGS #GreenSpaces #Urban #Development #PlayArea #SmallPark #Park #Signage