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Assessing and Optimizing the Connectivity of the Outdoor Green Recreation Network in Zhengzhou from the Perspective of Green Travel

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  • Jingjing Yan

    (College of Resources and Environmental, Henan Agricultural University, Zhengzhou 450046, China)

  • Siyu Fan

    (College of Resources and Environmental, Henan Agricultural University, Zhengzhou 450046, China)

  • Guohang Tian

    (College of Landscape Architecture and Art, Henan Agricultural University, Zhengzhou 450002, China)

  • Tao Mu

    (College of Landscape Architecture and Art, Henan Agricultural University, Zhengzhou 450002, China)

  • He Liu

    (Zhengzhou Urban Planning Design & Survey Research Institute Co., Ltd., Zhengzhou 450002, China)

  • Yali Zhang

    (College of Resources and Environmental, Henan Agricultural University, Zhengzhou 450046, China)

  • Bo Mu

    (College of Resources and Environmental, Henan Agricultural University, Zhengzhou 450046, China)

Abstract

With the increasing demand for outdoor recreation and fitness, this study aims to assess the connectivity of the outdoor green recreation (OGR) network from the perspective of green travel and propose optimization framework. The Point of Interest (POI) and Area of Interest (AOI) datasets of OGR spots in Zhengzhou were utilized as the primary research materials. A combination of GIS spatial analysis and Graph index calculation is employed to quantify and diagnose the connectivity of the OGR network based on multi-source data (land cover, topography, and road network). The index system for cost surface establishment was improved and proposed, shifting its focus from previous biological migration and ecological network to human green travel and improving the connectivity of the OGR network. The technical optimization process of the OGR network is explored and presented. The results show that: (1) The scale, number, and distribution of OGR spots and the connectivity of the OGR network are significantly different in urban and rural areas. Numerous small-scale OGR spots and short-distance recreational paths are distributed in urban areas, while a limited number of large-scale OGR spots and long-distance recreational paths are situated in rural areas with better natural resources. (2) Compared with driving travel, the connectivity of the OGR network is poor when walking and cycling. Graph indexes of Dg, BC, and dPC can be used to reflect the connection capability, bridging role, and contribution of each spot to overall network connectivity. (3) The current OGR network is optimized through 30 new spots based on the perspective of green travel and land suitability analysis. The network connectivity will improve by 4%, and the number of recreational paths suitable for green travel increased by 41. (4) The methodologies for quantifying and optimizing OGR network connectivity from the perspective of green travel will offer valuable references for future research in this field.

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  • Jingjing Yan & Siyu Fan & Guohang Tian & Tao Mu & He Liu & Yali Zhang & Bo Mu, 2024. "Assessing and Optimizing the Connectivity of the Outdoor Green Recreation Network in Zhengzhou from the Perspective of Green Travel," Land, MDPI, vol. 13(12), pages 1-19, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jlands:v:13:y:2024:i:12:p:2085-:d:1535935
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