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A cost-effective method for tranquility mapping using open environmental data

Maria Pafi,C. Chalkias,Demetris Stathakis

Published 2018 in Environment and Planning B Urban Analytics and City Science

ABSTRACT

In this study, we propose a cost-effective method for tranquillity mapping using multi-criteria analysis and open geospatial data. We apply this method in an extended zone around a major Greek highway trespassing areas of high natural value. Composite criteria are developed through analytic functions and geostatistical methods to reflect either barriers or enablers of tranquillity. The results indicate that it is possible to identify tranquility zones which are spatially plausible. To verify the validity of the results, we calculate the Kappa coefficient (0.71) and the overall accuracy (80%) using preference data obtained from non-specialized photo-interpreters in a sample of places on Google Earth. We believe that this method can inform planning, especially in countries with a weak landscape policy.

PUBLICATION RECORD

  • Publication year

    2018

  • Venue

    Environment and Planning B Urban Analytics and City Science

  • Publication date

    2018-06-06

  • Fields of study

    Computer Science, Engineering, Environmental Science

  • Identifiers
    DOI 10.1177/2399808318779084
  • External record

    Open on Semantic Scholar

  • Source metadata

    Semantic Scholar

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