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A comprehensive walkability evaluation system for promoting environmental benefits
Ilho Jeong1, Minje Choi1, Juhyeon Kwak1
1Department of Transportation Engineering/Department of Smart Cities, University of Seoul, Seoul, South Korea.
Scientific Reports
|September 27, 2023
Summary
This study introduces a walkability evaluation system (WES) for large cities, using Seoul as a case study. The system highlights the importance of mobility hubs and transit stations for promoting walkable, sustainable urban environments.
Area of Science:
- Urban Planning
- Transportation Geography
- Environmental Science
Background:
- Growing need for pedestrian-oriented urban strategies like the 15-minute City to address climate change.
- Quantitative evaluation of urban walkability is crucial for city planning and sustainable development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop an advanced walkability evaluation system (WES) tailored for large cities.
- To quantitatively assess Seoul's walkability using the developed system.
- To identify key factors for enhancing pedestrian-oriented urban environments.
Main Methods:
- Developed a walkability evaluation system (WES) for large cities.
- Utilized urban network analysis, incorporating the Betweenness index as a weighting factor.
- Calculated walkability metrics for Seoul, focusing on transit hubs and urban centers.
Main Results:
- The Urban Network Analysis (UNA) index within the WES is critical for transit-oriented, walkable cities.
- High betweenness for urban traffic stations is essential for evaluating pedestrian-oriented metropolises.
- Strategic placement of mobility hubs/stations in city centers is functionally important for the 'last mile'.
Conclusions:
- Walkable cities encourage active transport, leading to more sustainable and environmentally friendly transportation systems.
- The WES provides valuable insights for pedestrian infrastructure, urban systems, and green transportation policies.
- Identifying and locating mobility hubs is key to creating functional, walkable urban centers.
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