Observation-based data-gathering method to support the assessment of the use of cultural ecosystem services in urban green spaces.

ABSTRACT: Urban green spaces (UGS), such as parks, gardens, forests, and green infrastructure, supply numerous regulating, provisioning and cultural ecosystem services to urban communities, which is key for their wellbeing. To effectively plan and design UGS, it is crucial to understand how people use them and the factors that influence their usage. The diverse range of factors includes cultural, socioeconomic, demographic, seasonal, and spatial aspects, which present a challenge for studying these areas. Data collection methods based on observation enable capturing of high-quality data that reflect the behaviours in UGS, providing valuable insights for urban planners and policymakers. Standardised protocols and frameworks facilitate knowledge gathering, allowing researchers and practitioners to bui

SUBMITTER: Valenca Pinto L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10462849 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature