TeMA - Journal of Land Use, Mobility and Environment

NEW CHALLENGES FOR XXI CENTURY CITIES Global warming, ageing of population, reduction of energy consumption, immigration flows, optimization of land use, technological innovation 3

Rocco Papa — 2024-12-31

Building type classification using deep learning for transport planning

Aniruddha Khatua — 2024-12-31

The transportation and land use sectors are closely interdependent, and real-life circumstances often exhibit substantial reciprocal influences. Currently, efforts are being made to enhance transportation and land use sustainably; hence to achieve sustainability, it is necessary to have well-optimized plans and implementations for the advancements, which consequently leads to an increased demand for vast amounts of data. Conducting manual surveys to collect data on various types of buildings is considerably costly, requires much labor, and is time-consuming. Remote sensing technology has demonstrated significant promise to encompass a greater extent in a reduced timeframe, as well as to engage in thorough data collection and effectively manage and analyze the acquired data. This work centers on constructing a classification system that categorizes buildings depending on their use, specifically distinguishing between residential and non-residential structures. The classification challenge is accomplished through instance segmentation using the state-of-the-art YOLOV8 model architecture and remotely sensed images. The main objective of this project is to create base maps for travel analysis zones (TAZs) using identified buildings. To properly align the output images generated by the model, geographical data is appended to the output images derived from the original input images.

From smart city to artificial intelligence city. Envisaging the future of urban planning

Romano Fistola — 2024-12-31

The paper emphasizes the need to advance both theoretical and methodological understandings to reflect the theoretical-methodological evolution of urban planning, considering the vast potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Specifically, the paper aims to chart an innovative path for the discipline of urban planning by adopting a systemic approach to studying urban phenomena and envisioning how the intentional integration of AI can lead to a completely new way of managing urban transformation. The study seeks to provide a fresh perspective on AI's potential impact, especially within fields overseeing urban and territorial changes. It begins with an analysis of the relationship between technological innovation and urban transformation, which is crucial today due to the opportunities AI presents. The paper particularly focuses on the relationships among urban sub-systems, which are essential for city survival. Historically, from the inception of urban planning to the rise of smart cities, the integration of technology and urban environments often lacked a cohesive theoretical framework to guide the deliberate adoption of technological innovations. The primary aim of the paper is to highlight the urgent need to build a theoretical and disciplinary foundation that recognizes AI's creative capacity and effectively utilizes its capabilities to design sustainable future urban configurations in harmony with existing resources.

Measuring the walkability of areas around Addis Ababa LRT stations by integrating Analytic Hierarchal Process (AHP) and GIS

Ashenafi Wondimu Tekolla — 2024-12-31

Creating suitable walking conditions is the primary objective of sustainable urban models such as Transit Oriented Development (TOD). Walkable built up area benefit cities economically, environmentally, socially and improving public health. This can be utilized by creating suitable streets that enable people to access their daily needs walking without relying on private cars. Therefore in planning TOD, the existing walkability of the areas around transit station should be investigated taking factors that encourage walking into consideration. The objective of this research is find spatial method to measure the existing circumstances that encourage walking around Addis Ababa LRT stations by integrating the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) and Geographical Information System (GIS). The results clustered areas with similar levels of walkability in group and represent them with different colors. The finding the study revealed that the majority of the study areas (approximately 72.35%) were classified as fairly walkable, 19.47% of the study area clustered as not walkable and only 8.15% clustered as walkable. This result is expected to offer valuable insights for urban planners and decision-makers to pass calculated decision to enhance walkability of the areas. As this method continues to advance with technologies it will play crucial role in planning TOD focusing on shaping the future of urban walkability and creating sustainable cities.

Exploring the use of active mobility in selected rural areas of Nigeria

Oluwayemi-Oniya Bosede Aderibigbe — 2024-12-31

Recently, an increasing number of road users are turning to active transportation (AT) modes such as walking and cycling, viewing them as not the only means of mobility, but also opportunities for enhancing physical activity and improving health. However, while AT holds numerous benefits, its adoption and efficacy are influenced by complex environmental and social factors, particularly in rural areas. To investigate these dynamics, this study employed a robust research design, collecting primary data through a multi-stage sampling method. Specifically, 50% of the wards in the rural areas of Ondo State, Nigeria were randomly selected, and a total of 496 structured questionnaires were administered using a systematic sampling approach. Findings from our study revealed that majority of respondents in the rural areas were aged between 70 years and above, and mostly relied on the use of active mobility for trip making. Factors influencing the use of active travel showed distance as the most influential factor. This has a relative index of 0.993 and it is closely followed by travel time with a relative index of 0.984. this study proposed that residents in the rural areas should be sensitized on the benefits associated with active mobility, especially in relation to their health as majority are not aware of its health benefits.

Farmers decision on land use land cover change from agriculture to forest and factors affecting their decision: the case of Gurage Zone, Central Ethiopia

Tesfanesh Kebede — 2024-12-31

Land use and land cover change determined by numerous situation specific factors at different locations and times. In Ethiopia inappropriate land uses land cover changes become pressing challenges. Similarly, in the Gurage zone, there is a significant change from agriculture to Eucalyptus plantations. Therefore, this study investigates the direct and indirect drivers of the change, as well as factors affecting farmers' decisions regarding the conversion to provide important policy input. The data collected from 311 households through household surveys, key informant interviews (KIIs), and focused group discussions (FGDs). Descriptive statistics and a binary logit model used for analysis. The result indicated that the direct driver for this land conversion included the ability to generate high income from forest, soil infertility, and increasing demand for forest products. On the other hand, the allelopathic effect of neighboring plantations, lack of adequate agricultural technology and increased accessibility to forest products market were the top indirect drivers. The binary logit results show that farmers' decision to convert agricultural lands to forestland is significantly influenced by land size, forest income, education level, and years lived in the area. The findings suggest creating awareness about appropriate land use techniques to sustain the development.

Environmental factors affecting living comfort perception in different localities in Sri Lanka

Mohamed Gazzaly Mohamed Thariq — 2024-12-31

The living in comfort and the consequent healthier life is a reaction to the environment indicated by the absence of environmental stressors. The present study investigated the factors influencing the living comfort perception in an urban and a non-urban locality in Sri Lanka. A survey using a pre-tested questionnaire was carried out to solicit the people’s perceptions on identified environmental factors randomly selecting fifty households from each locality. The results showed the factors i.e., stray animals, dust and garbage negatively affected living comfort in both urban and non-urban localities while temperature, insects, flood, noise, smoke, vibration, and bad odor negatively affected living comfort in the urban locality. Further, the factors i.e., rainfall, wind, humidity and drinking water were not important for living comfort perception in both localities. The factors i.e., water bodies, space, natural beauty, and biodiversity affected the living comfort positively in the urban locality. The factors identified in this study are useful in zoning the localities according to their suitability in relation to public comfort perception. Further, the identified factors can be manipulated to improve the living comfort perception in urban and non-urban localities.

Technological applications in sustainable urban logistics: a systematic review with bibliometric analysis

Suzan Oguz — 2024-12-31

Today, supply chains and logistics operations in urban areas face increasing customer demands for productivity, quality, sustainability and traceability. Traditional methods cannot adequately respond to the rapidly changing challenges and requirements of this sector. Therefore, new methods have been developed to make urban logistics activities more modern, environmentally sensitive and integrated with technology. This research aims to identify sustainable urban logistics and the role of technological applications on urban logistics. In this research, which is designed as a systematic study, firstly, based on the existing literature, the basic concepts, trends, researchers and countries working in the field of sustainable urban logistics are examined by bibliometric analysis method. It is observed that the most frequently used technology applications in sustainable urban logistics are last mile delivery, vehicle routing, optimisation, electric vehicles and crowdsourcing applications. This study is expected to contribute to the development and sustainability of urban logistics.

Governance of the energy transition: the role of local authorities in Italy

Valerio Martinelli — 2024-12-31

Starting from the relationship between urban planning and mobility management, TeMA has gradually expanded the view of the covered topics, always remaining in the groove of rigorous scientific in-depth analysis. This section of the Journal, Review Notes, is the expression of continuously updating emerging topics concerning relationships between urban planning, mobility and environment, through a collection of short scientific papers written by young researchers. The Review Notes are made of four parts. Each section examines a specific aspect of the broader information storage within the main interests of TeMA Journal. This section, International Regulations and Legislation for the Energy Transition, explores the challenges and opportunities in the urban context to understand the evolving landscape of the global energy transition. The contribution explores how Italian local authorities contribute to the energy transition, in line with European directives. It highlights the importance of territorial governance plans and urban transformation tools in promoting the use of renewable energies and reducing emissions. Renewable Energy Communities (RECs) are identified as key instruments, thanks to the direct involvement of citizens and local energy autonomy. Finally, the contribution also highlights the challenges related to regulatory fragmentation and the need for greater coordination.

Strategies and instruments for active mobility: the main Italian policies

Annunziata D'Amico — 2024-12-31

Starting from the relationship between urban planning and mobility management, TeMA has gradually expanded the view of the covered topics, always remaining in the groove of rigorous scientific in-depth analysis. This section of the Journal, Review Notes, is the expression of continuously updating emerging topics concerning relationships between urban planning, mobility and environment, through a collection of short scientific papers written by young researchers. The Review Notes are made of four parts. Each section examines a specific aspect of the broader information storage within the main interests of TeMA Journal. In particular, the Urban strategies, programmers and tools section presents the different strategies and tools for active mobility implemented internationally. This work aims to highlight the various actions undertaken at national and local level to promote the spread of active mobility in Italy, providing a general overview of the tools and strategies adopted and also presenting concrete examples of solutions implemented in some cities. The numerous positive experiences at local level allow us to highlight the attention of Italian cities to reduce dependence on the car (and motorcycle) mode in daily travel, in favor of lower-impact modes of transport This trend of promoting active travel (on foot and by bicycle), which is more ecological and healthy, could contribute to achieving the goal of improving the quality of urban environments and the quality of life of people.

Global warming or global warning? A review of urban practices for adaptation to urban floods

Stella Pennino — 2024-12-31

Starting from the relationship between urban planning and mobility management, TeMA has gradually expanded the view of the covered topics, always remaining in the groove of rigorous scientific in-depth analysis. This section of the Journal, Review Notes, is the expression of continuously updating emerging topics concerning relationships between urban planning, mobility and environment, through a collection of short scientific papers written by young researchers. The Review Notes are made of four parts. Each section examines a specific aspect of the broader information storage within the main interests of TeMA Journal. In particular, the Urban Practices section aims at presenting recent advancements on relevant topics that underline the challenges that the cities have to face. This note provides an overview of the challenges that global warming poses and the risks in terms of climate change that it generates for territories and cities, with a specific focus on the urban flooding phenomenon. The challenges that adaptation to urban flooding events commonly faces are outlined, and a brief review of international case studies is carried out. Finally, the results of the review are discussed highlighting some key threads of adaptation to urban flooding practices and three significant examples of adaptation in urban areas are reported, within a perspective of integration and sharing of know-how on the topic.

Exploring approaches and solutions for urban safety: a focus on the elderly

Tonia Stiuso — 2024-12-31

Starting from the relationship between urban planning and mobility management, TeMA has gradually expanded the view of the covered topics, always remaining in the groove of rigorous scientific in-depth analysis. This section of the Journal, Review Notes, is the expression of continuously updating emerging topics concerning relationships between urban planning, mobility, and environment, through a collection of short scientific papers written by young researchers. The Review Notes are made of five parts. Each section examines a specific aspect of the broader information storage within the main interests of TeMA Journal. In particular, the Urban planning literature review section presents recent books and journals on selected topics and issues within the global scientific panorama. For the third issue of TeMA magazine, volume 17th, this section provides a comprehensive overview of the challenges and solutions related to creating safe and accessible cities for older people. Various scientific sources and practical resources are used to illustrate effective approaches and innovative strategies. The contribution aims to examine these challenges and proposed solutions in the scientific literature, with a special focus on books, journal articles and reports. In particular, the difficulties related to the walkability of urban spaces will be analysed, with a focus on the perception of safety, not only in terms of the prevention of acts of violence, but also with regard to the safety of the physical conditions of streets and roads, as well as the risks arising from traffic.