The expansion of urban areas worldwide is increasing the anthropogenic impact upon soil
and highlights the important role of urban areas in supporting a sustainable future. As such …

This review paper is the first that summarizes many aspects of the ecological role of trees in
urban landscapes while considering their growth conditions. Research Highlights are:(i) …

There has been limited research on understanding access to public green spaces in cities of
the global South. In a study in Hyderabad, India, we interview visitors in four parks to …

The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic emerged as a global public health threat. In this
crisis period, urban parks provided multiple ecosystem services and direct/indirect benefits …

Urban soils pollution by trace elements arouses the growing interest in China. The aim of
this study was to assess urban soil pollution by As, Cd, Cr, Cu, Hg, Ni, Pb and Zn in China …

Managing stormwater is a major concern in cities characterized by high risk of floods and
water pollution. Nature-based solutions (NbS) have emerged as a valuable alternative for …

In the face of escalating anthropogenic impacts stemming from urbanization and
industrialization, our study delves into the critical realm of potentially toxic elements (PTEs) …

Urban areas are facing a range of environmental challenges including air, water and soil
pollution as a result of industrial, domestic and traffic emissions. In addition, global climate …

Purpose Participation in urban horticulture (UH) is increasing in popularity, and evidence is
emerging about the wide range of social and environmental benefits “grow your own” can …

Soil enzymes play a key role in the circulation of nutrients and the functioning of the
ecosystem. The aim of the study was to assess how the tree species of urban …