Factors in the landscape-based greenway: a Mountains to Sound case study

Rottle, Nancy

doi:10.1016/j.landurbplan.2004.09.039

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“…Based on the success of the project described in this paper, China's government is increasingly adopting the use of esthetic greenway systems in environmentally sensitive areas. These projects will provide a rich source of new data that can be used to further explore the benefits of the esthetic greenway approach but will also provide an opportunity to monitor the projects and determine how well their performance holds up in the long term (Rottle, ; Xu et al ., ). The philosophy behind this approach builds on the growing understanding of the need for environmental conservation by integrating an esthetic dimension in the processes of highway design, the choice of locations and building materials, and the choice of construction technology.…”

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Constructing China's Roads as Works of Art: A Case Study of “Esthetic Greenway” Construction in the Shennongjia Region of China

Cheng

Zhan

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Land Degrad Dev

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Sustainable development based on economic growth that is environmentally sound is increasingly essential. To achieve both ecological and social progress without detracting from China's primary economic objectives, China's Ministry of Communications has promoted the strategy of harmonious road systems, for which artistic principles are incorporated in the road's design to balance the needs of the environment with those of socioeconomic development without neglecting human esthetic needs. To illustrate the new strategy's impact, we examined a project that has been conducted following this approach in the Shennongjia region of China's Hubei Province since 2004. As in the use of ecological corridors, the new strategy emphasizes the need to decrease the impact of road construction on plant and animal habitats by emphasizing the protection of existing natural habitats and the use of local species for revegetation of the land surrounding the roads. However, it also emphasizes the need to improve traffic safety, promote local tourism and economic growth, and provide a demonstration to citizens (including bureaucrats) of the need for environmental protection both during and after road construction. After 6 years of monitoring, we found that the new strategy both satisfies the human desire for beauty and improves the road's harmony with nature and the surrounding visual landscape while promoting environmental conservation, ecotourism, traffic safety, socioeconomic development, and cultural values. This approach will help to guide future landscape design, planning, and management.

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Constructing China's Roads as Works of Art: A Case Study of “Esthetic Greenway” Construction in the Shennongjia Region of China

Cheng

Zhan

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Land Degrad Dev

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“…Involving diverse stakeholders as equal partners from the beginning and maintaining regular communication is key to success. Early participation improves understanding of the need for and approach to connectivity conservation, increases buy‐in, and encourages continued involvement (Rottle ; Jongman ). Ongoing dialogue and information exchange gives partners and communities a sense of ownership and responsibility (e.g., von Haaren & Reich ).…”

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“…Regular meetings of project partners, conferences, and webinars facilitate coordination and maintain interest (Rottle ; Tiemann & Siebert ). This is vital when unconventional partners with different interests are involved, such as counties, business communities, and developers.…”

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“…For larger, complex projects, early success can lead to greater acceptance in the community. Thus, starting out with easy steps, such as small visible stewardship projects, is recommended (e.g., Rottle ). Specifying realistic timelines for completing phases of a connectivity project avoids delays and potential failure (Tiemann & Siebert ).…”

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“…Promoting connectivity through laws that regulate private landowners may be perceived as over‐regulation and can result in a decreased willingness to participate in conservation projects. Instead, successful projects are led by private conservation organizations and implemented independent of regulations, contain voluntary incentive programs with cost‐sharing for compatible land uses, and apply consensus‐based approaches (e.g., Rottle ; Morrison & Boyce ).…”

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Factors in the landscape-based greenway: a Mountains to Sound case study

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Constructing China's Roads as Works of Art: A Case Study of “Esthetic Greenway” Construction in the Shennongjia Region of China

Constructing China's Roads as Works of Art: A Case Study of “Esthetic Greenway” Construction in the Shennongjia Region of China

Making habitat connectivity a reality

Toward A Place‐Based Understanding of Business Sustainability: The Role of Green Competitors and Green Locales in Firms' Voluntary Environmental Engagement

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