نوع مقاله : علمی - پژوهشی
نویسندگان
گروه جغرافیا، واحدتهران مرکزی، دانشگاه آزاد اسلامی، تهران، ایران
چکیده
کلیدواژهها
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عنوان مقاله [English]
نویسندگان [English]
Introduction: In recent decades, amid intensifying environmental crises and rising greenhouse gas concentrations, urban resilience to climate-related threats has become a key focus of global urban policy and planning. International efforts to reduce carbon emissions and the transition to low-carbon cities highlight the need to reconsider the economic and institutional structures of urban systems. Kerman City, as one of Iran’s major industrial and mining centers, faces serious challenges, including high energy consumption, spatially unbalanced growth, and a strong reliance on industrial activity. These factors have led to a high concentration of carbon emissions and declining environmental resilience across its urban fabric. Accordingly, the present study aims to analyze and explain the economic and institutional components of carbon resilience in Kerman City, identify spatial disparities, and propose policy pathways toward low-carbon, sustainable urban development.
Materials and Methods: This research uses a purposeful and descriptive-analytical method. Data were collected from two main sources as (1) library studies to develop the theoretical framework and identify the key indicators of economic institutional resilience, and (2) field studies using a structured questionnaire to assess current conditions at the household level. The statistical population included household heads residing in Kerman City, of whom 380 individuals were selected through purposive sampling. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and inferential tests, including a one-sample t-test and an independent t-test, in SPSS. To identify and evaluate the spatial distribution of resilience and its relationship with carbon concentration, Geographically Weighted Regression (GWR) and spatial autocorrelation techniques were employed in ArcGIS.
Results and Discussion: The results indicate that the economic and institutional dimensions of resilience in Kerman are generally above the theoretical mean and can be described as “relatively favorable.” However, significant spatial heterogeneity exists among different urban districts, suggesting an uneven distribution of resilience capacities. Residents of Districts 1 and 2 exhibit higher levels of economic resilience, while Districts 1 and 5 show stronger institutional resilience. The GWR analysis revealed that the industrial and technological sector (R² = 0.91) is the most influential factor in shaping the spatial pattern of carbon distribution, followed by population density and environmental quality. These findings emphasize that the energy-intensive industrial structure and the unequal spatial distribution of institutional services are the main drivers of spatial disparities in carbon resilience across Kerman.
Conclusion: Although the overall level of economic and institutional resilience in Kerman is acceptable, its uneven spatial distribution poses potential risks to environmental sustainability and spatial justice. Therefore, adopting an integrated urban management approach focusing on reducing energy intensity in the industrial technological sector, diversifying the urban economic structure, and strengthening institutional and social capital is essential. Targeted planning and intervention in central and deteriorated neighborhoods with lower resilience can enhance environmental justice, improve urban safety, and foster a fair transition toward sustainable urban development. Ultimately, the findings of this study provide valuable insights for designing local and regional policies to reduce carbon emissions, enhance adaptive capacity, and improve the overall resilience of Kerman City against climate-related threats.
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