Evaluation of Cultural Ecosystem Services of Urban Green Space Based on Participatory Geographic Information System (PGIS): A Case Study of the Core Area of Beijing

A study evaluating cultural ecosystem services (CES) in Beijing's core area reveals significant disparities in public perception of green spaces, with 'inspiration,' 'aesthetic value,' and 'cultural heritage value' rated highest. Using a participatory geographic information system (PGIS), researchers collected 4,154 CES perception points from 332 respondents, analyzing spatial distribution patterns through kernel density and LISA methods. Findings indicate that high-density areas of CES perception are dispersed, with varying clustering patterns across sub-districts and urban green space types. The study also highlights a strong positive correlation between 'cultural heritage value' and other CES perceptions, suggesting potential synergies in urban planning. These insights underscore the need to integrate CES needs into green space design, particularly in high-density built-up areas, while addressing the lack of linear and circular distribution in the core area's landscape.

LIU, X., & WANG, S. (2024). Evaluation of Cultural Ecosystem Services of Urban Green Space Based on Participatory Geographic Information System (PGIS): A Case Study of the Core Area of Beijing. Landscape Architecture, 31(7), 131–136. https://doi.org/10.3724/j.fjyl.202307100311