Examination of Rize Ziraat Botanical Tea Garden Within the Scope of Bio-Friendly Campus Criteria

Year 2025, Volume: 1 Issue: 2, 47 - 64, 30.12.2025

Ömer Lütfü Çorbacı , Hande Avcı

Abstract

Abstract
Bio-friendly research centers on understanding the ecological contribution of urban green spaces to biodiversity. The research's primary axis is establishing a detailed biodiversity inventory. Subsequently, its second objective is proposing concrete measures to enrich and enhance biodiversity.
In this process, all urban green spaces, including national and botanical gardens, will be examined under the "Bio-friendly" concept. A city's designation as a "Bio-friendly City" will be determined by evaluating these areas against specific criteria. High-scoring areas will positively influence the city's score, while deficient areas will negatively impact it. The integration of these criteria, particularly into the planning of newly developing residential areas, is critical.
Municipalities should establish commissions to monitor biodiversity in existing green areas. These commissions will formulate strategic action plans to conserve local ecosystems, enhance biodiversity, adopt sustainable policies, and increase public awareness. The commissions can conduct scientific projects with relevant stakeholders. They must ensure transparency by regularly sharing results with the public, safeguard the city's "Native" (local) and valuable resources, and lead the mission of constructing a sustainable environment.

Keywords

Biodiversity , Urban green spaces , Biodostost city , Sustainable development , Ecosystem protection

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