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Urban Landscape Ecological Planning and Its Environmental Effects

A special issue of Land (ISSN 2073-445X). This special issue belongs to the section "Land Planning and Landscape Architecture".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 August 2024 | Viewed by 1915

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Wen Wu

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Key Laboratory of Urban and Architectural Digital Technology of Liaoning Province, Jangho Architecture College, Northeastern University, Shenyang 110819, China
Interests: landscape ecology; resilient urban planning; geographic information system and application
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Dr. Shuhan Liu

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Key Laboratory of Land Protection and Utilization of Natural Resources Department of Liaoning Province, School of Humanities and Law, Northeastern University, Shenyang 110819, China
Interests: landscape planning; land use and its environmental effects; urban and rural management
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

The rapid expansion of cities leads to a series of ecological and environmental problems, such as urban heat islands, air pollution, water pollution, etc., which directly affects human health and residents' well-being. With rapid urbanization, the interactions between landscape patterns and ecological processes have become more complex. Elucidating the relationship between urban landscape patterns and ecological effects is essential for understanding the formation and development of pollution and implementing effective mitigation measures.

The in-depth studies of the effects of urban landscape patterns on the environment are hindered by data limitations, unreliable methods, and complex processes. However, carrying out landscape ecological planning according to the principles of landscape ecology and deeply understanding the impact of landscape pattern changes on the urban environment can provide a scientific basis and practical means for alleviating the problem of "urban diseases" and is of great significance for the sustainable and healthy development of urban ecological security and the environment of human settlements.

You may choose our Joint Special Issue in International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health.

Dr. Wen Wu
Dr. Shuhan Liu
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • air pollution prevention and control plan
  • urban wind environment
  • green space and residents' health
  • landscape ecosystem stability analysis
  • urban landscape ecological security
  • urban renewal
  • biodiversity conservation planning
  • ecological planning and design
  • carbon emission
  • sustainable landscape management

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How Does Density Impact Carbon Emission Intensity: Insights from the Block Scale and an Optimal Parameters-Based Geographical Detector
by Liutong Li and Fengying Yan
Land 2024, 13(7), 1036; https://doi.org/10.3390/land13071036 - 10 Jul 2024
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Density is a crucial indicator for urban sustainable development and is considered a critical factor influencing the carbon emission intensity of construction land (CICL). The impact of density on carbon emissions has been extensively explored, mainly focusing on grid-scale and single-factor effects. However, [...] Read more.
Density is a crucial indicator for urban sustainable development and is considered a critical factor influencing the carbon emission intensity of construction land (CICL). The impact of density on carbon emissions has been extensively explored, mainly focusing on grid-scale and single-factor effects. However, how density and its interactions affect carbon emissions at the block scale is unclear. Therefore, based on multiple data sources such as energy consumption, remote sensing, and the point of interest (POI) in the urban block of Changxing County, this study constructed a density system that reflects the block’s physical environment and socioeconomic characteristics. An optimal-parameters-based geographical detector was employed to investigate the effects and interactions of density factors on the carbon emission intensity of residential blocks (CIRB), carbon emission intensity of commercial blocks (CICB), and carbon emission intensity of public blocks (CIPB). The results indicate the following: (1) The impact of density factors on different types of CICL varied significantly. Physical environmental factors (PEFs) had greater explanatory power than socioeconomic factors (SEFs) across the CIRB, CICB, and CIPB, with the floor area ratio (FAR) being the most influential. The spatial morphology of blocks also influenced the relationship between density factors and the CICL. (2) The interactions between the FAR and building density (BD), the FAR and commercial outlet density (COD), and the FAR and population density (PD) had the strongest explanatory power for the CIRB, CICB, and CIPB, respectively, and all exhibited nonlinear enhancements. Some factors exhibited more significant effects only when interacting with others. (3) An association chain encompassing the interactions of multiple density factors was extracted for the CIRB, CICB, and CIPB, respectively, as the basis for conducting collaborative management and control in spatial planning. The research findings can provide decision support for urban planners to consider the comprehensive effects of density factors and promote the development of low-carbon urban spaces. Full article
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A Long-Term and Comprehensive Assessment of the Ecological Costs Arising from Urban Agglomeration Expansion in the Middle Reaches of the Yellow River Basin
by Xiaoyan Ren, Yuhao Yang and Zongming Wang
Land 2023, 12(9), 1736; https://doi.org/10.3390/land12091736 - 6 Sep 2023
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The Yellow River Basin (YRB) stands as one of China’s most significant river basins, and the maintenance of its ecological functionality is of paramount importance for national well-being. The Guanzhong Plain Urban Agglomeration (GPUA), situated in the middle reaches of the YRB, represents [...] Read more.
The Yellow River Basin (YRB) stands as one of China’s most significant river basins, and the maintenance of its ecological functionality is of paramount importance for national well-being. The Guanzhong Plain Urban Agglomeration (GPUA), situated in the middle reaches of the YRB, represents the central hub of human activities. The rapid expansion of cities within this region poses formidable challenges to the ecological security framework of the highly sensitive middle reaches of the YRB. In this study, the dynamic equivalent coefficient method was employed to evaluate the changes in Ecological Service Values (ESVs) within the GPUA from 1990 to 2020, as well as the ecological costs incurred due to urban expansion. The results indicate the following: (1) Over the past three decades, the land-use pattern within the GPUA has undergone significant transformations. The area designated for urban development has expanded by a factor of 1.16 compared to its original extent, while the areas encompassing forests, shrubs, agricultural land, grassland, wetland, and bare land have experienced continuous reductions. (2) The ESV of the study area displays a declining trend initially, followed by a subsequent increase over the 30-year period. Forests play a predominant role in contributing to the ESV of the GPUA, with regulating services and supporting services standing out as the primary ecosystem functions. (3) The expansion of the GPUA between 1990 and 2020 has resulted in a net loss of 3772.10 km2 of ecological land. The ecological costs associated with urban expansion soar to an astonishing CNY 2.54 billion, with the highest costs attributed to the loss of hydrological regulation and soil conservation services; this issue demands significant attention. The outcomes of this research contribute to a better comprehension of the ecological costs and benefits that accompany the development of urban agglomerations in the middle reaches of the YRB. Furthermore, they provide invaluable insights for decision makers seeking to implement more effective strategies for sustainable land-use management. Full article
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