Park Area Research Articles

Drivers of Spontaneous Plant Communities in Urban Parks: A Case from Nanjing, China

Urban plant diversity is one of the key elements for sustainable urban development. Urban plant landscapes not only create a variety of experiences for residents but also have a positive effect on their physiology and psychology. In order to better introduce nature into urban green spaces, this study conducted a field survey in Nanjing, China, to analyze the current situation of spontaneous plants in Nanjing’s urban green spaces and propose a plant planning strategy that takes into account both ecology and residents’ well-being. This study surveyed the herbaceous plant resources in 96 sample plots in nine typical urban parks in Nanjing, and recorded 284 plant species in 192 genera and 78 families. The research results show that the differences in plant diversity, richness, and evenness among urban parks in Nanjing are significant; combined with cluster analysis and ranking results, the total area of urban parks, green space construction time, lighting conditions, and management frequency have an impact on plant communities. Further analysis of the species composition of plant communities showed that moderate management frequency in urban parks can increase plant diversity. With the advantages of both high ecological benefits and low management costs, a model of “artificial plants + native spontaneous plants” was finally proposed for the planting of herbaceous plants in sustainable urban green spaces.

Pengembangan Tebing Keraton Sebagai Daya Tarik Wisata Alam di Kota Bandung

Bandung is one of the cities in Indonesia that has various tourist destination. One of the flagship tourist destinations is Tebing Keraton, located in Ir. H. Djuanda Forest Park Area. Shortcomings in terms of planning, security, and development at Tebing Keraton encourage the needs of strategies and efforts to enhance its attractiveness. Therefore, this research aims to determine the conditions and development strategies of Tebing Keraton through the 5A concept. Method used in this research is qualitative descriptive with data collection through observation, interview, and documentation. Technique of analysis are data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion. Findings of the research show the tourism potential at Tebing Keraton that has fulfilled the principles of a tourist destination. First aspect is “something to see” through the view of natural landscapes, such as hills, pine forest, sunrise, and sunset view. Second aspect is “something to do” through its function as trekking and cycling route, camping area, and photography. Third aspect is “something to buy” with the presence of stalls around Tebing Keraton area. Development strategies to enhance tourism attractiveness are pursued through 5A Concept, Attraction, Accessibility, Accommodation, Amenities, and Activities, through maintenance and development of main and supporting facilities in the site area. Development strategies are aimed to increase its attractiveness and comfort, security, and safety for the tourists.

Analisis Potensi Equator Park Dalam Meningkatkan Kesejahteraan Masyarakat Di Desa Jeruji Besar

Equator Park Jeruju Besar is a new educational tourist attraction located in Kubu Raya Regency, West Kalimantan. This location is located in Karya Bhakti Hamlet, Jeruju Besar Village, Sungai Kakap District, which has great potential in introducing the outside world to tourism, especially about mangrove and mangrove tourism. This area has been established for two years and is still being developed for mangrove and mangrove tourism. The development potential of this place is very large because of its strategic location and not far from the city center. Apart from improving tourism facilities in the Kubu Raya area, improving and improving the quality of existing tourist destinations is also important because this will have an impact on improving the standard of living of the local community. Ecotourism is an environmentally friendly tourism concept that can minimize adverse impacts on the natural, social, cultural and livelihoods of local communities. The concepts of village tourism and ecotourism have similarities in terms of preservation, consolidation and community involvement for the sake of long-term tourism expansion. The Equator Park area in Jeruju Besar Village improves the economic, social and cultural conditions around this tourist community area. The development of the Equator Park area in Jeruju Besar Village was developed with community participation, as an effort to empower and increase human potential, especially young people. The plan to expand the Jeruju Equatorial Park area is in collaboration with Karang Taruna to build paths, gazebos and gates in the Jeruju Equatorial Park area. This area has superior potential for development, such as culinary tourism, historical tourism and accommodation. Tourism potential in Jeruju Besar Village must be developed in a way that is environmentally, socially, culturally and friendly to the lives of local communities. The development of the Equator Park area in Jeruju Besar Village will be one of the choices for tourists visiting Kubu Raya Regency. This research aims to analyze the regional potential of Equator Park Tourism in Jeruju Besar Village, Sungai Kakap District, Kubu Raya Regency, West Kalimantan Province. The method used in this research is a qualitative approach involving field surveys, in-depth interviews, observations and document analysis. Focusing on aspects such as tourist attraction, infrastructure, accessibility and local economic potential, this research groups the factors that influence the development and marketing of these tourist destinations. The results of the analysis provide insight into the potential and challenges faced by Equator Park Jeruju Besar as well as recommendations for increasing the use of tourism potential to support local economic development.

Analisis Potensi Equator Park Dalam Meningkatkan Kesejahteraan Masyarakat Di Desa Jeruju Besar

Equator Park Jeruju Besar is a new educational tourist attraction located in Kubu Raya Regency, West Kalimantan. This location is located in Karya Bhakti Hamlet, Jeruju Besar Village, Sungai Kakap District, which has great potential in introducing the outside world to tourism, especially about mangrove and mangrove tourism. This area has been established for two years and is still being developed for mangrove and mangrove tourism. The development potential of this place is very large because of its strategic location and not far from the city center. Apart from improving tourism facilities in the Kubu Raya area, improving and improving the quality of existing tourist destinations is also important because this will have an impact on improving the standard of living of the local community. Ecotourism is an environmentally friendly tourism concept that can minimize adverse impacts on the natural, social, cultural and livelihoods of local communities. The concepts of village tourism and ecotourism have similarities in terms of preservation, consolidation and community involvement for the sake of long-term tourism expansion. The Equator Park area in Jeruju Besar Village improves the economic, social and cultural conditions around this tourist community area. The development of the Equator Park area in Jeruju Besar Village was developed with community participation, as an effort to empower and increase human potential, especially young people. The plan to expand the Jeruju Equatorial Park area is in collaboration with Karang Taruna to build paths, gazebos and gates in the Jeruju Equatorial Park area. This area has superior potential for development, such as culinary tourism, historical tourism and accommodation. Tourism potential in Jeruju Besar Village must be developed in a way that is environmentally, socially, culturally and friendly to the lives of local communities. The development of the Equator Park area in Jeruju Besar Village will be one of the choices for tourists visiting Kubu Raya Regency. This research aims to analyze the regional potential of Equator Park Tourism in Jeruju Besar Village, Sungai Kakap District, Kubu Raya Regency, West Kalimantan Province. The method used in this research is a qualitative approach involving field surveys, in-depth interviews, observations and document analysis. Focusing on aspects such as tourist attraction, infrastructure, accessibility and local economic potential, this research groups the factors that influence the development and marketing of these tourist destinations. The results of the analysis provide insight into the potential and challenges faced by Equator Park Jeruju Besar as well as recommendations for increasing the use of tourism potential to support local economic development.

More trees and fewer roads: the importance of local and landscape features for insectivorous bats in open urban green spaces

Context Urbanisation poses new challenges for wildlife worldwide, and recent research suggests that urban parks, although highly modified, may act as important refuges. Insectivorous bats can persist in urban landscapes and play an important role in keeping insect populations in balance. Previous research on use of urban landscapes by these bats has often focused on patches of remnant bushland within cities, but their use of highly modified open spaces is not well understood. Aims We aimed to determine the use of open green spaces (e.g. open parks, sports ovals) by insectivorous bats in Melbourne, Australia and to identify landscape factors that influence their presence and activity level. Methods We conducted passive acoustic surveys at 35 sites across greater Melbourne. Once species were identified from the echolocation call data, we modelled species richness, total activity and activity of individual species against landscape and weather variables, using Generalised Linear Mixed Models and Generalised Additive Mixed Models. Key results Across 557 detector nights, we identified at least 11 of the 17 species recorded to occur in Melbourne. Both species richness and activity were greater in areas with more nearby trees and lesser in areas with more roads. There were weaker species-specific relationships between bat activity and both distance to the nearest water source and Normalised Difference Vegetation Index. Species richness and activity levels were lower on nights with a lower temperature at dusk, higher rainfall and stronger wind. Conclusions Our results show that multiple bat species consistently use Melbourne’s open green spaces, highlighting the potential habitat value of these areas, especially those surrounded by high tree densities and fewer roads. Implications Insectivorous bats play important roles within ecosystems and bring benefits to human society. To encourage the diversity and activity of insectivorous bats in urban landscapes, we recommend retaining and increasing indigenous vegetation surrounding open areas in urban parks, as well as more strategic planning of new urban parks that further increases tree density in cities.

Sustainable Water Provision Model for Morowali Industrial Area: A System Dynamics Model


 
 
 This study aims to investigate the availability of clean water in KI Morowali through a dynamic system analysis, considering the key strategic area's (Morowali Industrial Area, MIA) role in providing water for industrial and residential purposes. By 2026, the traditional water sources are expected to fall short of meeting the increasing demands from both sectors. To address this challenge, the study proposes integrating regional water supply sources, dam utilization, and promoting green open spaces (GOS) within the industrial park area. The method utilized involves analyzing the relationships between various variables impacting water availability. The results highlight the potential for significantly improving MIP's water supply by optimizing catchment zones, increasing GOS in private areas, and adopting a holistic approach to sustainable water management. This comprehensive strategy aims to ensure resilient water resources for Morowali's future needs, mitigating water scarcity challenges effectively.
 
 

Evaluation of the New European Bauhaus in Urban Plans by Land Use Occurrence Indicators: A Case Study in Rijeka, Croatia

The aim of the research is to provide a numerical evaluation of the occurrence of New European Bauhaus (NEB) principles in urban plans, using four key indicators: GI (green infrastructure), POS (public open space), PSN (public and social needs), and UR (urban reconstruction). The initial step in the research involves determining numerical quantitative indicators with target reference values, which are then used as a measure of compliance with the vision of the NEB. Indicators are modeled based on elements embedded in urban plans and implemented in a framework for evaluating these plans. Through the analysis of collected data, a comparison is made with the set goals and values of the NEB, thus enabling the assignment of ratings for occurrence and identification of areas where improvements are needed. The research results for Rijeka point to the need for planning new green areas, maintaining and developing street networks, and increasing pedestrian and park areas. Additionally, there is a suggested need to increase content to meet public and social needs and expand areas planned for urban reconstruction. The research results emphasize the importance of monitoring and adjusting urban plans to the NEB platform to achieve sustainable and balanced urban development goals, highlighting the need for continuous improvement in the quality of urban planning.

Carbon Storage and Sequestration Analysis by Urban Park Grid Using i-Tree Eco and Drone-Based Modeling

Urban areas play a crucial role in carbon absorption, while also producing a considerable amount of carbon emissions. However, there has been a lack of research that has systematically examined the carbon storage and sequestration in green spaces located within urban environments, at a spatial scale. This study analyzes carbon storage and sequestration in Yurim Park, Daejeon, South Korea on a grid basis to fill the research gap. The research compares the variation in sequestration capacity across different grids and provides insights into the development of sustainable urban parks in urban planning. The classification of grids is based on specific site characteristics, such as land cover, tree distribution, type, and density. This results in a total of seven distinct types. The study employs a combination of the I-tree eco model, drone-based modeling, and on-site surveys to estimate carbon storage and sequestration in urban parks. The results show that the average carbon storage per unit area in the entire park was 15.3 tons of carbon per hectare, ranging from a minimum of 5.0 to a maximum of 21.4 tons per hectare. For the planted area, the average carbon storage was 8.6 tons per hectare. Grids with green areas dominated by broad-leaved trees and closed canopy cover had the highest carbon sequestration and storage values. The planting area ratio and the type of trees planted were found to directly influence the carbon sequestration capacity per unit area of urban parks. This study stands out from previous research by conducting a detailed area-based comparison and analysis of carbon sequestration capacity in urban parks using sophisticated measurement techniques. The findings offer direct insights into strategies and policies for securing future urban carbon sinks and can be of practical use in this regard.

Study on the Structure, Efficiency, and Driving Factors of an Eco-Agricultural Park Based on Emergy: A Case Study of Jinchuan Eco-Agricultural Park

The eco-agricultural park is a new comprehensive agricultural technology system integrating agricultural production, rural economic development, ecological environment protection, and efficient resource utilization. Therefore, an in-depth analysis of the ecosystem structure of eco-agricultural parks will help achieve the goal of coordinated symbiosis between human development and environmental protection. This study takes the research area of the Eco-agricultural Park of Jinchuan Town, Huinan County, a typical town in the Changbai Mountains of Northeast China. Based on field surveys, market research, farmer consultation, and related data collection, emergy theory and methods are used to construct an emergy model for the park. The value evaluation index system integrates the unique emergy index of the agricultural ecosystem with the traditional emergy index system to conduct a targeted evaluation of the park’s functional structure and sustainable development capabilities in order to improve the efficiency of material and energy use and provide technical reference for ecological construction and comprehensive development of agricultural industry in mountainous areas in northern China. The research results show that: (1) The annual input total emergy of the eco-agricultural park is 4.04E+24 sej/a, and the emergy of labor input, electricity input, and topsoil loss is relatively high. The park is in a labor-intensive stage. The annual output total emergy is 5.09E+24 sej/a, the park is dominated by planting and forestry industries. (2) The park’s emergy utilization intensity is high—production efficiency is high, economic development is advanced, and the system’s self-control, adjustment, and feedback functions are vital—and plays a significant role in promoting the development of the regional economy. However, the park relies more on investment from external resources, and production in the park puts pressure on the environment. (3) The current sustainable development capability of the study area is weak, and the factors affecting the sustainable development capability are mainly energy loss and uneven distribution of industrial areas in the park. Effective measures to promote the transformation of the park to develop technology-intensive industries and improve the sustainable development performance of the park were proposed. These include: adjusting the proportion of industries in the park; reducing high-energy external input emergy, such as industrial auxiliary emergy; reducing the loss of non-renewable natural resources through ecological engineering measures, such as reducing the depth of slope runoff in the park; and combining modern resource-based production technology and environmentally sound management methods to reduce energy loss and rational use of natural resources.

Dynamic Simulation and Tradeoffs and Synergies of Ecosystem Service Value in Metropolitan Suburbs Using the PLUS Model

INTRODUCTION: Due to rapid economic development and continuous human activities, land use changes in the suburbs of metropolitan areas are drastic, which in turn affects the balance of ecosystem functions. Analyzing and predicting the ecological service value characteristics and trade-offs in rapidly urbanizing regions is of great significance for promoting high-quality regional development.AIM: This study attempts to reveal the trade-off and synergistic characteristics between the internal values of ecosystem services in suburban metropolitan areas under the influence of rapid urbanization.METHODS: Based on the patch-generating land use simulation (PLUS) model, simulated the land use changes in Xinzheng City under multiple scenarios in 2030, combined with methods such as equivalent factor method and spatial autocorrelation analysis，estimating, and predicting the ecosystem service value and its trade-off synergy relationship in Xinzheng City from 1980 to 2030.RESULTS: The value of ecosystem services in Xinzheng City continues to decline, hydrological regulation and soil conservation are the most important ecosystem service functions, under the scenario of farmland protection, ESV shows a stable growth trend. The synergistic relationship between various functions of ESV is significant, the Shizu Mountain National Forest Park, Shuangji River and other high agglomeration areas, as well as the Airport Economic Zone and Nanlonghu Town and other low agglomeration areas, all show a synergistic relationship, with only a portion of the southern side of the main urban area of Xinzheng showing a balancing relationship.CONCLUSIONS: Our findings can scientifically identify the environmental advantages of ecological sustainable development in Xinzheng City, and transform them into development advantages, providing provide strong technical support for the spatial ecological restoration and ecological security pattern construction of metropolitan suburbs.

ANALISIS KONDISI SOSIAL EKONOMI MASYARAKAT SEKITAR TAMAN NASIONAL GANDANG DEWATA

Gandang Dewata National Park was designated as a conservation area because it has biodiversity and a unique ecosystem. Ecosystem types in this area are based on altitude or topographic conditions, namely Lowland Forest, Lower Mountain Forest, Upper Mountain Forest and Sub-Alpine Forest. This research aims to obtain an explanation of the socio-economic problems of the community around the Gandang Dewata National Park (TNGD), the level of community dependence on the National Park area and the contribution of income from the park to the total income of farmers. The research was carried out in Mamasa Regency in the TNGD Area, West Sulawesi Province. The method used in this research is interviews. Respondents in this study were chosen randomly. Data was analyzed descriptively qualitatively and quantitatively. The results of this research show that basic data and information regarding the socio-economic conditions of the people of Taupe Village, one of the TNGD buffer villages, shows that out of the 84 respondents interviewed, the socio-economic conditions of the people of Taupe Village work as farmers. 90% of this is because the village's irrigation conditions are still in good condition.  The community is dependent on the area, namely 56% know the village boundaries and the location where the community lives is outside the area. Apart from that, the community's dependence on forests consists of rice fields and gardens. Utilization of forest products in the form of firewood, honey, aloes, bamboo, rattan and game products. Commodities based on agricultural, livestock, plantation and forestry products are coffee, cloves, cinnamon, patchouli, honey, cassava pork, aloes and broiler chicken. Most people (77%) do not know about TNGD

Impact of Urban Forest and Park on Air Quality and the Microclimate in Jinan, Northern China

Though the impact of urban vegetation on air quality and the microclimate has attracted increasing attention, there have been few studies quantitatively assessing this impact in North China, where air pollution is severe. In this study, we investigated the impact of urban forests and urban parks on air quality and the microclimate in Jinan, northern China. Six sites were chosen to represent urban forest, urban park, and downtown areas, respectively. The results indicate that urban forest can effectively reduce PM2.5 and ozone (O3) concentrations in the warm season, when temperatures are higher and plants are lush. The PM2.5 and O3 concentrations in the urban forest areas were 6.3–6.5 μg m−3 and 21–23 μg m−3 lower than those in downtown areas during the period of 10:00–15:00. In contrast, urban park areas can reduce PM2.5 concentrations but have little impact on gaseous pollutants such as nitrogen dioxide and O3. Furthermore, both urban forest and urban park areas reduced temperatures, by approximately 4.1–6.8 °C and 1.36 °C, respectively, and increased relative humidity, by about 13.4–12.9% and 0.9%, promoting a more comfortable thermal environment for residents. Therefore, this study highlights the crucial role of urban vegetation in improving air quality and creating a comfortable environment for residents.

PENYULUHAN PENCEGAHAN EROSI TANAH MENGGUNAKAN MEDIA BOOKLET KEPADA MASYARAKAT DI TAMAN LENTENG AGUNG PINGKAL JAKARTA SELATAN

Taman Lenteng Agung is located in Lenteng Agung Village, Jagakarsa District, South Jakarta, DKI Jakarta. The park, which has an area of 14,000 m2, is a riparian zone. The riparian zone is a transitional space between rivers and land, which in the zone serves as a buffer from land. Several points in the Pingkal Park area are landslide-prone areas. One of the causes of intense soil movement on sloping land is a land management system that is not based on soil conservation principles. Perennials that can accommodate the soil are very limited in population on the slopes due to massive development. This community service activity aims to convey information about the function, benefits of riparian zones, erosion potential, and soil movement that can occur in Taman Pingkal. The method used in the implementation of this activity is in the form of socialization through booklet media. Participants were collected in the park and then given material through socialization by distributing booklets to activity participants. The socialization participants amounted to 15 people from the community and park managers who used the park for sports activities and recreational activities. The result obtained from this activity is that the manager and the community still do not know the functions and benefits of riparian zones, with this activity the community becomes aware of the functions and benefits of the park and has the desire to keep the park from being damaged. The use of booklet media can be an alternative for the community to obtain information about the functions and benefits of the park. Based on the results obtained from socialization activities, the dissemination of information to the community around the park needs to be expanded. The community needs to be involved in the management of the park as an open space. In addition, the attention of the local government to the sustainability and comfort of the park as an open space for the community is expected to be increased.

Implementing a vegetation-based risk index to support management actions in Mediterranean coastal dunes

Coastal dunes play a crucial role in mitigating sea-related impacts and safeguarding coastlines. However, increasing human influence and natural factors such as sea-level rise underscore the need for effective coastal risk assessment methodologies. This study introduces a comprehensive coastal risk index covering 24 km of the Italian coastline within the protected area of San Rossore Park (Tuscany, Italy). The study area, distinguished by its notable coastal dune ecosystems, holds naturalistic, cultural, and economic importance. Nevertheless, diverse uses, zoning, and human impact variables pose challenges.By incorporating geological, socioeconomic, cultural, and ecological parameters, the index integrates a range of data sources and field observations. This research focused on developing and applying a vegetation-based risk index (VRI) within a geographic information system (GIS) framework, recognizing the ecological importance of dune vegetation in mitigating coastal erosion. Analysisrevealed varying risk levels within the study area. Half of the San Rossore Park coastline exhibited low risk values, 37.5% had moderate risk values, and 12.5% had high risk values. The publicly accessible northernmost section displays excellent preservation of dune habitats but faces heightened risk due to anthropogenic impacts. Conversely, the central-southern portion, inaccessible to the public, registers high-risk levels linked to variables associated with coastal erosion.Furthermore, the results highlight areas with heightened cultural and ecological vulnerabilities aligned with elevated risk levels. The index facilitates clear and intuitive cartographic representations of coastal risk, identifying variable categories that substantially influence on risk determination. Tailored strategies, including mitigating human pressure in the northern sector and implementing erosion management in the central-southern region, are recommended.In summary, this study not only provides a practical tool for assessing and managing coastal areas and directing attention to specific threats but also supports stakeholders in informed decision-making. The VRI enhances global sustainable coastal conservation, deepening our understanding of coastal risks and providing valuable insights for effective management strategies.

The Challenges of The Digital Era When Making Reservations at Ragunan Wildlife Park DKI Jakarta

This research is entitled The Challenges of the Digital Era When Making Reservations at the Ragunan Wildlife Park DKI Jakarta. This research discusses the challenges of the digital era when making reservations at the Ragunan Wildlife Park DKI Jakarta. Previously, reservations required intensive efforts and relied on traditional sources of information, but with the development of technology, reservations have become more digital. This research has significant positive impacts on various aspects of life and business such as ease of reservation, operational efficiency and improved visitor experience. This research aims to determine the challenges faced in reservations at Ragunan Wildlife Park and find effective solutions to improve service quality and visitor experience. This research was conducted in the Ragunan Wildlife Park area, Pasar Minggu, Jakarta. The research method used was descriptive qualitative with SWOC analysis to identify factors affecting reservation challenges in the digital era. The results of the SWOC analysis show strategies to utilize strengths, overcome weaknesses, take advantage of opportunities, and overcome challenges. Strategy formulation includes updating the online reservation system, collaborating with third parties, improving technological infrastructure, and increasing server capacity.

Ağır Yük Araçları Park Alanlarının Karakteristikleri: Türkiye’ye Yönelik Bir İnceleme

Çekici, römork, yarı-römork, kamyon, tır ve diğer ağır yük araçlarının yol kenarları, rampalar, boş alanlar ve ara sokaklar gibi yerlere park etmesi, güvenlik riski oluştururken altyapıyı da olumsuz olarak etkilemektedir. Uzun mesafeli yük taşımacılığı için kullanılan iyi aydınlatılmış, güvenli, emniyetli, konforlu ve yerleri belirlenmiş park alanları sayesinde ağır vasıta araç sürücülerinin stresinin azalması, sürücü, yük ve trafik güvenliği ile emniyetinin artması mümkün olabilmektedir. Uygun park alanlarının yetersiz olması veya bulunmaması, tedarik zinciri ve lojistik hizmetlerinin verimliliği ile rekabet gücünü etkileyen ulusal ölçekte bir kavram olarak karşımıza çıkabilmektedir. Bu doğrultuda üst seviye yönetim iradesi ile ulusal ölçekte ve bütüncül bir yaklaşımla ihtiyaç, fayda ve maliyet analizi sonuçları dikkate alınarak merkezi çözümler geliştirilmesinin ağır yük araçlarının park ihtiyacının giderilmesine yönelik uygun bir yöntem olacağı değerlendirilmektedir. Bu çözümlerin sağlanmasında düzenleme, teşvik ve destekler önemli imkanlar sunacaktır. Uygun planlanma ve tasarımla, doğru yerlerde konumlandırılan nitelikli ve yeterli tır parklarının, sürdürülebilir ve sağlıklı toplum hedefleri ile ekonomik kalkınmaya katkısı olacağı öngörülmektedir. Bu çalışmanın amacı, yük taşımacılığı sürecinin gerektirdiği dinlenme, güvenlik, bakım gibi konularda ihtiyacı karşılayacak yeterli tır parkı alanı sağlanması için mevcut uygulama ve başarılı örnekleri değerlendirerek bir yol haritası ortaya koymaktır. Literatür taramasıyla ulusal ve uluslararası ölçekte mevzuat, proje ve raporlar ile teknik şartnameler, resmi ve özel kurumların internet sayfaları incelenerek araştırma makalesi olarak düzenlenen bu çalışmanın; taşımacılık sektöründe yer alan işletme, girişim ve çalışanlar ile politika yapıcılara ve sektörün diğer tüm paydaşlarına faydalı olması ve literatüre katkı sağlaması hedeflenmektedir.

KEANEKARAGAMAN SERANGGA PADA TIGA TIPE VEGETASI DI BLOK LAMBOSIR TAMAN NASIONAL GUNUNG CIREMAI

This study aims to determine the diversity of insects and their role in 3 different land covers, namely mixed forest, shrubs and calliandra vegetation in the Lambosir Block area of Gunung Ciremai National Park. This research was carried out in the Lambosir Block in the Gunung Ciremai National Park area in February - June 2022 using 5 traps, namely Butterfly net, Sweep net, Light trap, Aerial bait trap and Yellow Trap. using the total density, frequency and the Shanon Weiner Diversity Index. The results showed that on the land cover of shrubs, calliandra and mixed forests, 42 species of insects were found from 8 orders with 246 individual species with a diversity value of 3.18 or in the high category. The 8 orders found in 3 land covers included Coleoptera 4 species, Diptera 3 species, Hemiptera 4 species, Hymenoptera 4 species, Lepidoptera 23 species, Odonata 1 species, Orthoptera 2 species and Phasmatodea 1 species. In addition to the high diversity category, insects that exist in 3 land covers have various roles such as pollinators, decomposers, assisting ecological succession, bio indicators and predators. The correlation between land cover with the number of species and the number of individual species based on the Scatter plot has a correlation value of 91%.
 Keywords; Diversity, insect, conservation, rehabilitation zone, Lambosir

MICROBIAL AIR POLLUTION IN POLTAVA

Regular monitoring of air quality indicators, including microbial composition, is crucial for public health and should be a cornerstone of national healthcare policy. However, existing scientific literature lacks comprehensive data on microbial air pollution in Ukraine, particularly in Poltava and its surrounding areas. This study aims to assess the level of microbial air pollution across various districts within Poltava city.
 Materials and methods. The Koch sedimentation method was used to assess the level of microbial air pollution in the districts of Poltava. For this purpose, atmospheric air sampling was taken in park zones of various districts in the city of Poltava during October 2023. For comparison, air samples were taken in deciduous and coniferous forests of villages adjacent to the city. According to the results of cultivation, the total microbial count (TCM) of the air in 1 m3 of each sample was calculated separately.
 Statistical analysis of the obtained results was carried out using the standard Microsoft Excel 2019 and GraphPad Prism Software 10.1.0 software packages. (US, 2023).
 Results. The study has revealed the greatest microbial pollution of atmospheric air was found in Pavlenkivskyi Park (Kyiv District, Poltava City). The air quality index of atmospheric air in Corpusnyi Park turned out to be 4 times lower, compared to the air index of the Kyiv district. During the cultivation of atmospheric air samples taken in the Voiniv-Afghantsiv park (Shevchenkivskyi district of the city), the TCM was determined to be 8.2 times lower than that of the Pavlenkivskyi park. Interestingly, the "Peremoha" park (Shevchenkivskyi district) exhibited the lowest levels of microbial contamination. Overall, the Podilskyi district demonstrated favorable air quality indicators, surpassed only by the "Peremoha" park. However, it's important to note the presence of hemolytic streptococci in this district, which poses a potential health risk.
 Conclusion. The highest level of microbial air pollution has been found in the Kyiv district of Poltava, the lowest level is within the boundaries of the Shevchenkivskyi district on the territory of the "Peremoha" park. Microbiological air quality in Poltava's park areas exhibits an inverse relationship with proximity to the city's central roads.

Using anonymized mobility data to reduce inequality in the availability and use of urban parks

Abstract Parks are an integral component of cities. Ensuring city residents have equitable and easy access to parks is crucial for human well‐being. In temperate climates, park accessibility is particularly important in the summer months when these green spaces provide an area to recreate, exercise and escape indoor temperatures and heat emanating from paved and built surfaces. However, there are well‐known disparities in park accessibility in cities globally that may threaten the health of city residents, especially with global warming. We examined some of the largest city parks (>50 ha) in Toronto, Canada, by comparing park activity, housing demographics and daily weather patterns. We found that parks that provided more green space area per resident were situated in neighbourhoods that had higher proportions of single‐detached housing, higher automobile use and fewer multistorey apartments. We also found a strong correlation between park activity with population density and the number of amenities in the park. Surprisingly, we found no relationship between park activity and daily weather patterns, although park use was higher on weekends and holidays. These results suggest denser communities are at a disadvantage because they have proportionately less park area within walking distance in addition to having no private green spaces (e.g. backyards). We recommend revising municipal zoning around certain parks and the creation of new green spaces as methods to balance park provisioning in the city. Our findings suggest that designing and maintaining accessible, amenity‐rich parks is an important strategy for promoting health and well‐being in urban populations. Read the free Plain Language Summary for this article on the Journal blog.

Evaluation of ecotourism suitability based on AHP-GIS: Taking Xiaoxiangling area of the Giant Panda National Park and the surrounding communities as an example.

The primary goal of national parks is to protect ecological environment, but also with the functions of scientific research, education, and recreation. Aiming for the realization of universal sharing, we used the analytic hierarchy process (AHP) to construct an ecotourism suitability evaluation system by selecting four factors, including landscape resources, ecological environment carrying capacity, recreation utilization capacity and social condition, taking Xiaoxiangling area of Giant Panda National Park and the surrounding communities as an example. We evaluated the ecotourism suitability based on GIS, and conducted a questionnaire survey of tourists, to propose suggestions on the functional zoning in terms of ecotourism suitability and subjective choice preferences of tourists. The results showed that the ecotourism suitability of the evaluation area could be classified into five levels. The most suitable areas were located nearby the natural landscape resources and far away from the core conservation area, and the least suitable areas distributed at the edge of the core conservation area. According to the results of suitability analysis, the evaluation area was divided into suitable development area, moderate development area, and restricted development area. Combined with the tourist preferences, we divided the recreational activities in the evaluation area into seven activities, namely, ecotourism, eco-camping, science education, leisure vacation, agricultural and animal husbandry culture experience, eco-education, and mountain adventure. These findings could help provide suitable services for different tourists and offer reference for the ecotourism developmental planning of the Xiaoxiangling area of the Giant Panda National Park.