Rationale - what it means and why it is an important measure
This indicator allows the total surface area of green spaces per inhabitant to be open to the public. Green spaces in urban areas are important for recreational purposes and for generally enhancing the quality of life of people that live in urban areas.
How it is compiled, what data are needed
Total number of m2 green spaces with public access to total number of inhabitants.
To increase accessibility of green spaces to the public.
Targets, benchmarks, reference values
There are no known targets or standards for this measure, but access to green areas are recognized as essential for healthy local communities and local sustainability.
