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ORIGINAL RESEARCH article

Front. Environ. Sci.
Sec. Ecosystem Restoration
Volume 12 - 2024 | doi: 10.3389/fenvs.2024.1499757
This article is part of the Research Topic Water and Ecological System: Response, Management, and Restoration-Volume II View all 4 articles

Technical Framework and Empirical Analysis of Resource and Environmental Carrying Capacity Evaluation in Karst Regions Under the Constraint of Ecological Civilization

Provisionally accepted
Wei Yang Wei Yang 1,2Xiaohua Li Xiaohua Li 1,2Yuchi Yang Yuchi Yang 2,3*
  • 1 Anshun University, Anshun, Guizhou, China
  • 2 University Rural Revitalization Research Center in Guizhou, An Shun，Guizhou, China
  • 3 School of Architecture and Urban Planning, Tongji University, Shanghai, China

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    Evaluating resource and environmental carrying capacity within the framework of ecological civilization is essential reconciling development with ecological preservation, and optimizing land use patterns. Evaluating resource and environmental carrying capacity through the lens of ecological civilization is crucial for effective resource allocation, reconciling development with ecological preservation, and optimizing land use. This evaluation serves as a cornerstone for promoting regional green transformation and fostering high-quality development.This article introduces a technical framework specifically designed for analyzing and evaluating resource and environmental carrying capacity in karst regions, focusing on Anshun City in Guizhou Province as a case study. The framework follows a structured approach: "problem identification, problem decomposition, and decision-making assessment," which proves effective for these evaluations.Furthermore, the integrated evaluation index system incorporating resources, environment, and socio-economic factors under the principles of ecological civilization, aligns with contemporary developmental requirements while reflecting the distinctive characteristics of the resources and environment in karst regions. This alignment enhances the specificity and relevance of the evaluation methodology. The application of the obstacle degree model has strengthened the utility and depth of the evaluation results. Additionally, the Pearson correlation analysis has clarified the complex interrelationships among various index factors, highlighting the significant role of unique local resources in the carrying capacity of karst regions. Additionally, the article reveals a delay in socioeconomic development of karst regions, which adversely impacts their carrying capacity. Thus, promoting regional economic growth is crucial for enhancing overall carrying capacity. In light of these findings, the article proposes practical strategies to enhance resource and environmental carrying capacity. These include establishing technical standards for evaluation, accelerating industrial transfers focused on technological innovation, and enhancing market mechanisms for resource allocation.

    Keywords: Resource and Environmental Carrying Capacity Evaluation, Ecological civilization, analytical framework, Index system, Karst regions, Obstacle degree model, Pearson correlation analysis

    Received: 21 Sep 2024; Accepted: 13 Nov 2024.

    Copyright: © 2024 Yang, Li and Yang. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY). The use, distribution or reproduction in other forums is permitted, provided the original author(s) or licensor are credited and that the original publication in this journal is cited, in accordance with accepted academic practice. No use, distribution or reproduction is permitted which does not comply with these terms.

    * Correspondence: Yuchi Yang, School of Architecture and Urban Planning, Tongji University, Shanghai, China

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