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> Kohler then decides to compare Las Vegas “Loop” tunnelling costs, and this is where the whole piece really goes off the rails.
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> Kohler then decides to compare Las Vegas “Loop” tunnelling costs, and this is where the whole piece really goes off the rails.
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> Kohler then decides to compare Las Vegas “Loop” tunnelling costs, and this is where the whole piece really goes off the rails.
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> Kohler then decides to compare Las Vegas “Loop” tunnelling costs, and this is where the whole piece really goes off the rails.
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> Kohler then decides to compare Las Vegas “Loop” tunnelling costs, and this is where the whole piece really goes off the rails.
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Datacentres in Victoria to be banned in residential areas
By Benita Kolovos Victorian state correspondentNew rules also include a ban near schools and childcare centres and require them to source their own renewable energy
#DatacentresAustralia #Victoria #Australianews #Victorianpolitics #Energy #Urbanplanning #Energy #Environment #Renewableenergy #TheGuardian #BenitaKolovosVictorianstatecorrespondent
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Datacentres in Victoria to be banned in residential areas
By Benita Kolovos Victorian state correspondentNew rules also include a ban near schools and childcare centres and require them to source their own renewable energy
#DatacentresAustralia #Victoria #Australianews #Victorianpolitics #Energy #Urbanplanning #Energy #Environment #Renewableenergy #TheGuardian #BenitaKolovosVictorianstatecorrespondent
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Datacentres in Victoria to be banned in residential areas
By Benita Kolovos Victorian state correspondentNew rules also include a ban near schools and childcare centres and require them to source their own renewable energy
#DatacentresAustralia #Victoria #Australianews #Victorianpolitics #Energy #Urbanplanning #Energy #Environment #Renewableenergy #TheGuardian #BenitaKolovosVictorianstatecorrespondent
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Datacentres in Victoria to be banned in residential areas
By Benita Kolovos Victorian state correspondentNew rules also include a ban near schools and childcare centres and require them to source their own renewable energy
#DatacentresAustralia #Victoria #Australianews #Victorianpolitics #Energy #Urbanplanning #Energy #Environment #Renewableenergy #TheGuardian #BenitaKolovosVictorianstatecorrespondent
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Datacentres in Victoria to be banned in residential areas https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/sep/22/datacentres-in-victoria-to-be-banned-in-residential-areas #DatacentresAustralia #Victoria #AustraliaNews #VictorianPolitics #Energy #UrbanPlanning #Energy #Environment #RenewableEnergy
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Datacentres in Victoria to be banned in residential areas https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/sep/22/datacentres-in-victoria-to-be-banned-in-residential-areas #DatacentresAustralia #Victoria #AustraliaNews #VictorianPolitics #Energy #UrbanPlanning #Energy #Environment #RenewableEnergy
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Datacentres in Victoria to be banned in residential areas https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/sep/22/datacentres-in-victoria-to-be-banned-in-residential-areas #DatacentresAustralia #Victoria #AustraliaNews #VictorianPolitics #Energy #UrbanPlanning #Energy #Environment #RenewableEnergy
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Datacentres in Victoria to be banned in residential areas https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/sep/22/datacentres-in-victoria-to-be-banned-in-residential-areas #DatacentresAustralia #Victoria #AustraliaNews #VictorianPolitics #Energy #UrbanPlanning #Energy #Environment #RenewableEnergy
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Datacentres in Victoria to be banned in residential areas https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/sep/22/datacentres-in-victoria-to-be-banned-in-residential-areas #DatacentresAustralia #Victoria #AustraliaNews #VictorianPolitics #Energy #UrbanPlanning #Energy #Environment #RenewableEnergy
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https://www.europesays.com/videos/97185/ Dirty air is killing Europeans and costing trillions. These cities prove change is possible #AirPollution #Bulgaria #EnvironmentPollution #Euronews #PublicHealth #UnitedKingdom #UrbanPlanning
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India’s Urban Challenge Fund Must Treat Nature as Core Infrastructure, Not Just an Amenity https://www.byteseu.com/2384369/ #Climate #ClimateChange #EnvironmentalPlanning #GlobalWarming #IndianCities #NatureInfrastructure #UrbanChallenge #UrbanFlooding #UrbanPlanning #UrbanResilience #UrbanRestoration
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@phocks The height finding is real, but it answers a narrow question: given a crash, how likely is death? It says nothing about why the crash happened.
Missing here: enforcement, phone use, lighting and road design, thinning traffic patrols, and crash-avoidance tech that actually works at night. Going straight from "suvs are taller" to taxes and licence conditions skips every lever that prevents the collision in the first place.
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@phocks The height finding is real, but it answers a narrow question: given a crash, how likely is death? It says nothing about why the crash happened.
Missing here: enforcement, phone use, lighting and road design, thinning traffic patrols, and crash-avoidance tech that actually works at night. Going straight from "suvs are taller" to taxes and licence conditions skips every lever that prevents the collision in the first place.
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@phocks The height finding is real, but it answers a narrow question: given a crash, how likely is death? It says nothing about why the crash happened.
Missing here: enforcement, phone use, lighting and road design, thinning traffic patrols, and crash-avoidance tech that actually works at night. Going straight from "suvs are taller" to taxes and licence conditions skips every lever that prevents the collision in the first place.
#RoadSafety #PedestrianSafety #UrbanPlanning -
@phocks The height finding is real, but it answers a narrow question: given a crash, how likely is death? It says nothing about why the crash happened.
Missing here: enforcement, phone use, lighting and road design, thinning traffic patrols, and crash-avoidance tech that actually works at night. Going straight from "suvs are taller" to taxes and licence conditions skips every lever that prevents the collision in the first place.
#RoadSafety #PedestrianSafety #UrbanPlanning -
@phocks The height finding is real, but it answers a narrow question: given a crash, how likely is death? It says nothing about why the crash happened.
Missing here: enforcement, phone use, lighting and road design, thinning traffic patrols, and crash-avoidance tech that actually works at night. Going straight from "suvs are taller" to taxes and licence conditions skips every lever that prevents the collision in the first place.
#RoadSafety #PedestrianSafety #UrbanPlanning -
The White House did not immediately answer questions about the sudden need for a giant #arch to host #drones in a region with a high concentration of #military bases & facilities. The Department of Defense declined to provide additional comment beyond #Trump’s social media post.
#law #militarization #MartialLaw #architecture #preservation #UrbanPlanning #vanity #narcissism
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The White House did not immediately answer questions about the sudden need for a giant #arch to host #drones in a region with a high concentration of #military bases & facilities. The Department of Defense declined to provide additional comment beyond #Trump’s social media post.
#law #militarization #MartialLaw #architecture #preservation #UrbanPlanning #vanity #narcissism
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The White House did not immediately answer questions about the sudden need for a giant #arch to host #drones in a region with a high concentration of #military bases & facilities. The Department of Defense declined to provide additional comment beyond #Trump’s social media post.
#law #militarization #MartialLaw #architecture #preservation #UrbanPlanning #vanity #narcissism
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The White House did not immediately answer questions about the sudden need for a giant #arch to host #drones in a region with a high concentration of #military bases & facilities. The Department of Defense declined to provide additional comment beyond #Trump’s social media post.
#law #militarization #MartialLaw #architecture #preservation #UrbanPlanning #vanity #narcissism
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The White House did not immediately answer questions about the sudden need for a giant #arch to host #drones in a region with a high concentration of #military bases & facilities. The Department of Defense declined to provide additional comment beyond #Trump’s social media post.
#law #militarization #MartialLaw #architecture #preservation #UrbanPlanning #vanity #narcissism
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The admin has already been rushing to clear the final hurdles of the #arch in recent days, brushing aside concerns from architects, historians & #veterans who say it could disrupt the #historical area between the #LincolnMemorial & #ArlingtonNationalCemetery. Now, #Trump appears prepared to return to a familiar playbook he has used to circumvent normal processes & defend some of his more contentious projects in court.
#law #military #architecture #preservation #UrbanPlanning #vanity #narcissism
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The admin has already been rushing to clear the final hurdles of the #arch in recent days, brushing aside concerns from architects, historians & #veterans who say it could disrupt the #historical area between the #LincolnMemorial & #ArlingtonNationalCemetery. Now, #Trump appears prepared to return to a familiar playbook he has used to circumvent normal processes & defend some of his more contentious projects in court.
#law #military #architecture #preservation #UrbanPlanning #vanity #narcissism
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The admin has already been rushing to clear the final hurdles of the #arch in recent days, brushing aside concerns from architects, historians & #veterans who say it could disrupt the #historical area between the #LincolnMemorial & #ArlingtonNationalCemetery. Now, #Trump appears prepared to return to a familiar playbook he has used to circumvent normal processes & defend some of his more contentious projects in court.
#law #military #architecture #preservation #UrbanPlanning #vanity #narcissism
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The admin has already been rushing to clear the final hurdles of the #arch in recent days, brushing aside concerns from architects, historians & #veterans who say it could disrupt the #historical area between the #LincolnMemorial & #ArlingtonNationalCemetery. Now, #Trump appears prepared to return to a familiar playbook he has used to circumvent normal processes & defend some of his more contentious projects in court.
#law #military #architecture #preservation #UrbanPlanning #vanity #narcissism
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The admin has already been rushing to clear the final hurdles of the #arch in recent days, brushing aside concerns from architects, historians & #veterans who say it could disrupt the #historical area between the #LincolnMemorial & #ArlingtonNationalCemetery. Now, #Trump appears prepared to return to a familiar playbook he has used to circumvent normal processes & defend some of his more contentious projects in court.
#law #military #architecture #preservation #UrbanPlanning #vanity #narcissism
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#Trump said the #arch would be “a top grade Military Complex/Triumphal Arch, to house, store, & have the rapid ability to use large numbers of drones, plus Snipers, on both the roof & plaza areas, & additionally have & hold large quantities of sniper ammunition in storage.” The proposal would place an arsenal & #military staging ground in the center of the nation’s capital.
#law #militarization #MartialLaw #architecture #preservation #UrbanPlanning #vanity #narcissism
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#Trump said the #arch would be “a top grade Military Complex/Triumphal Arch, to house, store, & have the rapid ability to use large numbers of drones, plus Snipers, on both the roof & plaza areas, & additionally have & hold large quantities of sniper ammunition in storage.” The proposal would place an arsenal & #military staging ground in the center of the nation’s capital.
#law #militarization #MartialLaw #architecture #preservation #UrbanPlanning #vanity #narcissism
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#Trump said the #arch would be “a top grade Military Complex/Triumphal Arch, to house, store, & have the rapid ability to use large numbers of drones, plus Snipers, on both the roof & plaza areas, & additionally have & hold large quantities of sniper ammunition in storage.” The proposal would place an arsenal & #military staging ground in the center of the nation’s capital.
#law #militarization #MartialLaw #architecture #preservation #UrbanPlanning #vanity #narcissism
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#Trump said the #arch would be “a top grade Military Complex/Triumphal Arch, to house, store, & have the rapid ability to use large numbers of drones, plus Snipers, on both the roof & plaza areas, & additionally have & hold large quantities of sniper ammunition in storage.” The proposal would place an arsenal & #military staging ground in the center of the nation’s capital.
#law #militarization #MartialLaw #architecture #preservation #UrbanPlanning #vanity #narcissism
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#Trump said the #arch would be “a top grade Military Complex/Triumphal Arch, to house, store, & have the rapid ability to use large numbers of drones, plus Snipers, on both the roof & plaza areas, & additionally have & hold large quantities of sniper ammunition in storage.” The proposal would place an arsenal & #military staging ground in the center of the nation’s capital.
#law #militarization #MartialLaw #architecture #preservation #UrbanPlanning #vanity #narcissism
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#Trump says planned #arch will be a #military complex for #drones, #snipers
Trump’s post about the arch planned near #ArlingtonNationalCemetery comes as #veterans groups, #historic preservationists & others attempt to stop the project.His announcement on Sunday echoed his justification for the White House #ballroom∶ that the project was necessary for national security.
#law #architecture #preservation #UrbanPlanning #vanity #narcissism
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/20/us/politics/trump-dc-arch-snipers-drones-military-complex.html?unlocked_article_code=1.ClE.raEI.H9nVSZhmW6EG&smid=nytcore-ios-share -
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#Trump says planned #arch will be a #military complex for #drones, #snipers
Trump’s post about the arch planned near #ArlingtonNationalCemetery comes as #veterans groups, #historic preservationists & others attempt to stop the project.His announcement on Sunday echoed his justification for the White House #ballroom∶ that the project was necessary for national security.
#law #architecture #preservation #UrbanPlanning #vanity #narcissism
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/20/us/politics/trump-dc-arch-snipers-drones-military-complex.html?unlocked_article_code=1.ClE.raEI.H9nVSZhmW6EG&smid=nytcore-ios-share -
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#Trump says planned #arch will be a #military complex for #drones, #snipers
Trump’s post about the arch planned near #ArlingtonNationalCemetery comes as #veterans groups, #historic preservationists & others attempt to stop the project.His announcement on Sunday echoed his justification for the White House #ballroom∶ that the project was necessary for national security.
#law #architecture #preservation #UrbanPlanning #vanity #narcissism
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/20/us/politics/trump-dc-arch-snipers-drones-military-complex.html?unlocked_article_code=1.ClE.raEI.H9nVSZhmW6EG&smid=nytcore-ios-share -
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#Trump says planned #arch will be a #military complex for #drones, #snipers
Trump’s post about the arch planned near #ArlingtonNationalCemetery comes as #veterans groups, #historic preservationists & others attempt to stop the project.His announcement on Sunday echoed his justification for the White House #ballroom∶ that the project was necessary for national security.
#law #architecture #preservation #UrbanPlanning #vanity #narcissism
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/20/us/politics/trump-dc-arch-snipers-drones-military-complex.html?unlocked_article_code=1.ClE.raEI.H9nVSZhmW6EG&smid=nytcore-ios-share -
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#Trump says planned #arch will be a #military complex for #drones, #snipers
Trump’s post about the arch planned near #ArlingtonNationalCemetery comes as #veterans groups, #historic preservationists & others attempt to stop the project.His announcement on Sunday echoed his justification for the White House #ballroom∶ that the project was necessary for national security.
#law #architecture #preservation #UrbanPlanning #vanity #narcissism
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/20/us/politics/trump-dc-arch-snipers-drones-military-complex.html?unlocked_article_code=1.ClE.raEI.H9nVSZhmW6EG&smid=nytcore-ios-share -
https://www.europesays.com/be/38415/ From roadworks to flow: how Antwerp turned EU projects into a sustainable mobility ecosystem #ActiveTransport #Antwerp #Cycling #Innovation #PublicTransport #SustainableMobility #TransportInfrastructure #TransportResearch #UrbanInfrastructure #UrbanPlanning #UrbanTransport
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From roadworks to regional mobility: how Antwerp turned EU projects into a lasting mobility ecosystem
A decade ago, Smart Ways to Antwerp was created to solve an immediate problem: how to keep the…
#Europe #EU #activetransport #Cycling #EuropeanUnion #innovation #publictransport #sustainablemobility #transportinfrastructure #transportresearch #urbaninfrastructure #urbanplanning #urbantransport
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https://www.europesays.com/be/37430/ From roadworks to regional mobility: how Antwerp turned EU projects into a lasting mobility ecosystem #ActiveTransport #Antwerp #Cycling #Innovation #PublicTransport #SustainableMobility #TransportInfrastructure #TransportResearch #UrbanInfrastructure #UrbanPlanning #UrbanTransport
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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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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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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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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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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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"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."
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http://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-025-07578-2#SolarPunkSunday #MoreTrees #GreenerCities #MoreGreenSpace #Microclimates #GreenInfrastructure #OpenAccess #OpenAccessJournals #LivableCities