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Urban Tree Attitudes And Comparison Of Three Survey Methods In The City Of Curitiba Pr Brazil
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Book Synopsis Urban Tree Attitudes and Comparison of Three Survey Methods in the City of Curitiba, Pr, Brazil by : Michiko Nakai de Araujo
Download or read book Urban Tree Attitudes and Comparison of Three Survey Methods in the City of Curitiba, Pr, Brazil written by Michiko Nakai de Araujo and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Assessing People's Attitudes with Respect to Urban Trees in Puebla City, Mexico by : Rosa Maria Garcia-Nuñez
Download or read book Assessing People's Attitudes with Respect to Urban Trees in Puebla City, Mexico written by Rosa Maria Garcia-Nuñez and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Cooling Potential Of The Vegetation In Urban Squares On Their Immediate Surroundings In Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil by : Antonio Carlos Batista
Download or read book Cooling Potential Of The Vegetation In Urban Squares On Their Immediate Surroundings In Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil written by Antonio Carlos Batista and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The adoption of green areas has been proposed to improve the climatic conditions of cities, making it essential to understand the climatic effect provided by the different compositions of the urban forest. Forest fragments in cities have significant cooling potential. However, these areas are increasingly scarce, making the creation of urban squares with trees in practice more promising. The present study aimed to analyze the air temperature and the cooling potential of the vegetation present in urban squares on their immediate surroundings, comparing their effect with the ones provided by forest fragments in the city of Curitiba. For this, three squares and three forest fragments located in the central portion of the city were selected. Meteorological data was collected using two Kestrelu00ae markings, simultaneously inside the area of interest (urban square or forest fragment) and on a mobile transect through an adjacent street, during summer. On average, the air temperature was 2.4u00b0C lower in the urban squares than in the transect, and 4.2u00b0C lower in the forest fragments. Up to 100 m away, the urban squares contributed to reduce 0.6u00b0C in their surroundings, while the forest fragments contributed to 0.7u00b0C. The radius of influence of the urban squares on their surroundings reaches approximately 150 m and the forest fragments, 250 m. Thus, even though forest fragments presented a greater effect, we believe that urban squares with trees contribute to the microclimatic improvement of the city, being an efficient alternative for the cooling of their immediate surroundings.
Book Synopsis Thermal Comfort In The Different Types Of Urban Forest Of Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil by : Antonio Carlos Batista
Download or read book Thermal Comfort In The Different Types Of Urban Forest Of Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil written by Antonio Carlos Batista and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The presence of urban forest is fundamental for the quality of life in the cities due to its numerous benefits, among which the thermal comfort stands out. Determining how to better plan the citiesu2019 vegetation to promote thermal improvement becomes critical in the face of climate change. Thus, the aim of this research was to analyze the thermal comfort provided by the different typologies of urban forest present in the city of Curitiba. For this, three distinct areas were selected for each type of urban forest (forest fragments, old green area, new green area, street trees, and isolated trees). The variables temperature (u00b0C) and air relative humidity (%) were collected every minute, with a Hobou00ae model data logger, installed in meteorological mini-shelters for 48 hours during summer. These variables were used to calculate the Human Discomfort Index (HDI). The results showed an average HDI lower for the forest fragments and higher for the isolated trees, with maximum values of 75.8 and 84.9, respectively. In all typologies, the u201ccomfortableu201d class was predominant for the most part, which proves the benefit provided by the urban forest. The isolated trees presented u201cdiscomfortu201d to the heat only in 8.4% of the analyzed time, and the street trees in 3.5%. For the other typologies, values of discomfort were observed on lower than 0.5% of the time. Therefore, all typologies of urban forest contribute to thermal comfort, with the greatest benefits provided by fragments of forest remains.
Book Synopsis Urban Forest Spatial Indices Of Curitiba-Pr by : Hideo Araki
Download or read book Urban Forest Spatial Indices Of Curitiba-Pr written by Hideo Araki and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The urban space quality has been estimate by spatial vegetation indices. This study aims to determine and quantify the spatial indices of Curitiba-Paranu00e1-Brazil urban forest (UF) through techniques of high spatial resolution remote sensing, to generate information for the land use planning. To identify the UF (public and private) were used GeoEye-1 images, which were applied enhancement techniques for decision tree classification. Were measured four spatial indices: total UF, private UF, public UF and UF in public green areas. Curitiba showed a high spatial index of total UF with 108.35 m2/inhabitant, however this should be considered with caution as it includes all vegetation (public and private) present in the city. Spatial indices representing the UF that is available for direct use by the population were 22.28 m2/inhabitant public UF (streetu2019s trees, urban green protected areas and water bodies) and only 8.01 m2/inhabitant UF in urban green protected areas (woods, parks, squares and public gardens). It was found that the amount of UF covered area by the administrative regions of the city is inversely proportional to its population density.
Download or read book Eco2 Cities written by Hiroaki Suzuki and published by World Bank Publications. This book was released on 2010-05-07 with total page 392 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a point of departure for cities that would like to reap the many benefits of ecological and economic sustainability. It provides an analytical and operational framework that offers strategic guidance to cities on sustainable and integrated urban development.
Book Synopsis The Urban Forest by : David Pearlmutter
Download or read book The Urban Forest written by David Pearlmutter and published by Springer. This book was released on 2017-02-27 with total page 362 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book focuses on urban "green infrastructure" – the interconnected web of vegetated spaces like street trees, parks and peri-urban forests that provide essential ecosystem services in cities. The green infrastructure approach embodies the idea that these services, such as storm-water runoff control, pollutant filtration and amenities for outdoor recreation, are just as vital for a modern city as those provided by any other type of infrastructure. Ensuring that these ecosystem services are indeed delivered in an equitable and sustainable way requires knowledge of the physical attributes of trees and urban green spaces, tools for coping with the complex social and cultural dynamics, and an understanding of how these factors can be integrated in better governance practices. By conveying the findings and recommendations of COST Action FP1204 GreenInUrbs, this volume summarizes the collaborative efforts of researchers and practitioners from across Europe to address these challenges.
Book Synopsis Urban Planning for City Leaders by : Pablo Vaggione
Download or read book Urban Planning for City Leaders written by Pablo Vaggione and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide is the result of a UN-Habitat initiative to provide local leaders and decision makers with the tools to support urban planning good practice. It includes several "how to" sections on all aspects of urban planning, including how to build resilience and reduce climate risks, with an example from Sorsogon, Philippines. It outlines practical ways to create and implement a vision for a city that will better prepare it to cope with growth and change. The overall guide offers insights from real experiences on what it takes to have an impact and to transform an urban reality through urban planning. It clearly links planning and financing and presents many successful practices that emphasize strategies to address real issues. It aims to inform leaders about the value that urban planning could bring to their cities and to facili.
Book Synopsis Brazil's Early Urban Transition by : George Martine
Download or read book Brazil's Early Urban Transition written by George Martine and published by IIED. This book was released on 2010 with total page 78 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Slum Upgrading by : Fernanda Magalhães (City planner)
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Book Synopsis Bus Rapid Transit Practitioner's Guide by : Kittelson & Associates
Download or read book Bus Rapid Transit Practitioner's Guide written by Kittelson & Associates and published by Transportation Research Board. This book was released on 2007 with total page 255 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduction -- Planning framework -- Estimating BRT ridership -- Component features, costs, and impacts -- System packaging, integration, and assessment -- Land development guidelines.
Book Synopsis Routledge Handbook of Urban Forestry by : Francesco Ferrini
Download or read book Routledge Handbook of Urban Forestry written by Francesco Ferrini and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2017-03-31 with total page 1031 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than half the world's population now lives in cities. Creating sustainable, healthy and aesthetic urban environments is therefore a major policy goal and research agenda. This comprehensive handbook provides a global overview of the state of the art and science of urban forestry. It describes the multiple roles and benefits of urban green areas in general and the specific role of trees, including for issues such as air quality, human well-being and stormwater management. It reviews the various stresses experienced by trees in cities and tolerance mechanisms, as well as cultural techniques for either pre-conditioning or alleviating stress after planting. It sets out sound planning, design, species selection, establishment and management of urban trees. It shows that close interactions with the local urban communities who benefit from trees are key to success. By drawing upon international state-of-art knowledge on arboriculture and urban forestry, the book provides a definitive overview of the field and is an essential reference text for students, researchers and practitioners.
Book Synopsis World Cities Report 2020 by : United Nations
Download or read book World Cities Report 2020 written by United Nations and published by . This book was released on 2020-11-30 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a rapidly urbanizing and globalized world, cities have been the epicentres of COVID-19 (coronavirus). The virus has spread to virtually all parts of the world; first, among globally connected cities, then through community transmission and from the city to the countryside. This report shows that the intrinsic value of sustainable urbanization can and should be harnessed for the wellbeing of all. It provides evidence and policy analysis of the value of urbanization from an economic, social and environmental perspective. It also explores the role of innovation and technology, local governments, targeted investments and the effective implementation of the New Urban Agenda in fostering the value of sustainable urbanization.
Book Synopsis Urban Land Markets by : Somik V. Lall
Download or read book Urban Land Markets written by Somik V. Lall and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2009-10-07 with total page 434 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As urbanization progresses at a remarkable pace, policy makers and analysts come to understand and agree on key features that will make this process more efficient and inclusive, leading to gains in the welfare of citizens. Drawing on insights from economic geography and two centuries of experience in developed countries, the World Bank’s World Development Report 2009: Reshaping Economic Geography emphasizes key aspects that are fundamental to ensuring an efficient rural-urban transformation. Critical among these are land, as the most important resource, and well-functioning land markets. Regardless of the stage of urbanization, flexible and forward-looking institu- ons that help the efficient functioning of land markets are the bedrock of succe- ful urbanization strategies. In particular, institutional arrangements for allocating land rights and for managing and regulating land use have significant implica- ons for how cities deliver agglomeration economies and improve the welfare of their residents. Property rights, well-functioning land markets, and the management and servicing of land required to accommodate urban expansion and provide trunk infrastructure are all topics that arise as regions progress from incipient urbani- tion to medium and high density.
Download or read book Culture: urban future written by UNESCO and published by UNESCO Publishing. This book was released on 2016-12-31 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Report presents a series of analyses and recommendations for fostering the role of culture for sustainable development. Drawing on a global survey implemented with nine regional partners and insights from scholars, NGOs and urban thinkers, the report offers a global overview of urban heritage safeguarding, conservation and management, as well as the promotion of cultural and creative industries, highlighting their role as resources for sustainable urban development. Report is intended as a policy framework document to support governments in the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Urban Development and the New Urban Agenda.
Author :Alberto Bull Publisher :Santiago, Chile : United Nations, Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean ISBN 13 : Total Pages :202 pages Book Rating :4.3/5 (555 download)
Book Synopsis Traffic Congestion by : Alberto Bull
Download or read book Traffic Congestion written by Alberto Bull and published by Santiago, Chile : United Nations, Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean. This book was released on 2003 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Integrating Food into Urban Planning by : Yves Cabannes
Download or read book Integrating Food into Urban Planning written by Yves Cabannes and published by UCL Press. This book was released on 2018-11-22 with total page 376 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The integration of food into urban planning is a crucial and emerging topic. Urban planners, alongside the local and regional authorities that have traditionally been less engaged in food-related issues, are now asked to take a central and active part in understanding how food is produced, processed, packaged, transported, marketed, consumed, disposed of and recycled in our cities. While there is a growing body of literature on the topic, the issue of planning cities in such a way they will increase food security and nutrition, not only for the affluent sections of society but primarily for the poor, is much less discussed, and much less informed by practices. This volume, a collaboration between the Bartlett Development Planning Unit at UCL and the Food Agricultural Organisation, aims to fill this gap by putting more than 20 city-based experiences in perspective, including studies from Toronto, New York City, Portland and Providence in North America; Milan in Europe and Cape Town in Africa; Belo Horizonte and Lima in South America; and, in Asia, Bangkok and Tokyo. By studying and comparing cities of different sizes, from both the Global North and South, in developed and developing regions, the contributors collectively argue for the importance and circulation of global knowledge rooted in local food planning practices, programmes and policies.
