A guiding index framework for examining urban carrying capacity
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چکیده
Extant studies have presented various indexes for evaluating urban carrying capacity (UCC), but there is no consistent perspective on UCC. This paper presents a guiding index framework from holistic as reference guidance (UCC). The developed based upon the theory of sustainable development by addressing fundamental question what capacities are needed to enable development. composed three-layer elements, namely, top-layer pillars, intermediate-layer carriers, and bottom-layer indexes. At top-layer, three pillars UCC, economic capacity, social environmental capacity. carriers identified production factors theory, Maslow’s need-hierarchy theory. which established through comprehensive literature review, references criteria expert validation. UCC carry different functions. Economic maintain growth, generated utilising effectively such natural materials, human resources, capital resources. Socially, city should meet needs providing effective food, housing, transportation, education, medical services. Environmentally, be capable provide quality environment including land, water, atmosphere. Each carrier underpinned several measurable examine level rationale how apply proposed provided across
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ژورنال
عنوان ژورنال: Ecological Indicators
سال: 2021
ISSN: ['1470-160X', '1872-7034']
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ecolind.2021.108347