Research on Green and Low-Carbon Planning Model of Bay-Type Metropolitan Area:A Case Study of Seattle Metropolitan Area
Relying on the unique geographic location and port transportation advantages of bay areas,bay-type urban agglomerations have become important spatial units for international competition and low-carbon transformation.Based on a comparison of three planning models for bay-type urban agglomerations—"green and low-carbon,industrial radiation,and sci-tech innovation clusters"—this article focuses on analyzing the green and low-carbon model that aligns with the current"dual-carbon"goals.Through a case study of the"Emerald City"Seattle metropolitan area,the article reveals that the low-carbon planning model centers on"weaving green ecological networks,connecting green regional patterns,and optimizing green industrial systems".It identifies eight key aspects of green and low-carbon planning development for bay-type urban agglomerations:carbon sink enhancement,carbon sink quality improvement,low-carbon spatial layout,low-carbon transportation,low-carbon facilities,industry types,industrial structures,and green markets.In light of China's dual-carbon development goals and the realities of bay-type urban agglomerations,the article proposes a green and low-carbon development path for China's bay-type urban agglomerations from three dimensions:habitat(green restoration),urban framework(spatial carrying capacity),and industrial framework(market activation).The experiences of other countries offer valuable insights and lessons for exploring sustainable and low-carbon development in China's urban agglomerations.
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