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ArticleSocial perception and importance of the Taal Volcano protected landscape to Tagaytay City tourists and residents
XV World Forestry Congress, 2-6 May 2022
2022Also available in:
No results found.The study assessed the knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions of residents and tourists on the importance of Taal Volcano Protected Landscape (TVPL) in Tagaytay City, Cavite province. A survey was conducted among selected residents and tourists of Tagaytay City. Results of the study showed that tourists, unlike residents, have significantly higher knowledge and awareness levels, and have positive attitudes and perceptions regarding the importance of natural resources, conservation of TVPL, management of the PA, and the coexistence of tourism and conservation of natural resources. These positive perceptions strongly influence favorable attitudes towards conservation and the environmental protection and in turn generate good conservation values. On the other hand, majority of the residents have neutral to negative perceptions of TVPL and its impact and importance to Tagaytay City. A number of local residents, in contrast, also have a good level of knowledge, awareness, and positive perception on TVPL. However, this does not transcend to all sectors of the city. In order to guarantee sustainable use of natural resources and successful conservation of the protected area, knowledge, perceptions, and attitudes of the public must be examined and considered in the development of policies and protected area management schemes. Keywords: Landscape management, Adaptive and integrated management, Social protection. ID: 3487419 -
ArticleWho visited urban forests and trails more or less during the COVID-19 pandemic and why? A case study in Salt Lake City, UT, USA
XV World Forestry Congress, 2-6 May 2022
2022Also available in:
No results found.While the COVID-19 pandemic caused a decrease in travel and social activities, there was an exception—travel to parks and trails. Urban residents needed refuge to relax, exercise, and socialize. Nevertheless, trips to parks and trails vary by socio-demographic characteristics, disadvantageous to those having health issues or low-income. Without appropriate community design and planning interventions, such conditions may worsen existing environmental injustice and health issues. This study explores the demographic profile of those who used urban parks and trails more or less during the COVID-19 pandemic in Salt Lake City, UT, USA. Data comes from an online and intercept survey with 4,325 responses and focus groups with 52 participants. Quantitative analyses show that park and trail use during the pandemic decreased among older adults, females, homeowners, and low- income households. Also, people living in a denser, more walkable, and more park/trail accessible neighborhood likely increased their visitations.Our qualitative analysis further examines how residents feel about their use of parks and trails during the pandemic and how they would improve them in the future. Respondents in disadvantaged neighborhoods felt safe visiting parks, highlighting the value of urban nature as a resilience infrastructure and community asset during a crisis. This study presents transformative ideas to engage communities and promote stewardship, which are relevant to cities looking into the New Normal. Keywords: green space; equity; health; SARS-CoV-2; urban forest; urban planning ID: 3614623 -
DocumentQuantifying the stress on trees along the urban - rural gradient in the garden city of Bengaluru, India
XV World Forestry Congress, 2-6 May 2022
2022Also available in:
No results found.Our study is focused on quantifying various stress parameters experienced by trees in urban environment when compared to trees in transition and rural plots, since they are constantly exposed to different anthropogenic pressures. For the study, 23 plots were selected in northern and 25 plots in southern transect of Bengaluru city in which trees with dbh ≥ 10 cms were taken for study. Plots of one ha each were classified as urban, transition and rural based on the percentage of tree cover and built-up. The variables considered were as follows: Crown shape, Crown density, Crown symmetry, Tree access, Tree stand, Tree permat and on visual observation tree health conditions were also noted.
Along the Northern transect, crown shape of the trees were classified under paraboloid and vertical ellipsoid. Majority of the tree were classified under medium (40% -80%) and sparse (0% -40%) crown. Most of the tree had non-symmetric crowns. The ratio of street trees and private / garden trees almost remained equal between the categories towards the urban domain. Based on delineation of tree crowns on satellite image, maximum no of trees were found solitary. In the rural plots, utmost trees were planted in bare soil. Gradually, the trees were found with non-permeable pavement towards the transition and urban plots. On visual analysis, dead declining trees were also found in all zones.
Along the Southern transect, crown shape was classified under paraboloid and upside down paraboloid. Most of the trees were classified under dense (80% -100%) and sparse (0% -40%) crown. Most of the tree had non-symmetric crowns. Irrespective of the domain, most of the trees were found on the private / farm land and they were found solitary. On visual analysis, maximum trees were classified under healthy tree with whole or partial crown visible, but dead and declining trees were found in all domains. Keywords: Landscape management, Monitoring and data collection, research ID: 3481267
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