Resources of Urban Green Spaces and Sustainable Development

Dear Colleagues,

Urban green spaces are considered one of the most valuable natural resources in cities. Given contentious issues such as climate change, global warming, and environmental pollution in cities, the importance of green spaces has been increasing due to their natural elements. These spaces are capable of diminishing heat problems together with reducing air pollution in urban areas. One of the vital issues in recent decades is the discussion of sustainable development and livability of cities for human societies, which can be achieved through sustainable development goals.

Accordingly, the potential of urban green spaces in urban areas is an integral part of urban sustainable development. Appropriate attention and improvement of urban green spaces make them pleasant and livable, which in turn lead to improving quality of life and urban health. The purpose of this Special Issue is to provide a platform for topics which assesses the role of urban green spaces as a natural resource on the sustainability of human society.

This Special Issue welcomes novel studies including research articles, review papers, and technical notes related to urban green spaces that are in line with achieving sustainable development goals. It also includes the effect of urban green spaces on reducing environmental crises, promoting urban health, comfort, and the wellbeing of the citizens.

Dr. Farshid Aram
Guest Editor

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