Published in EPJ Data Science · View the paper (DOI)
A recent study found that urban green spaces, including parks and gardens, have a positive correlation with citizen happiness. The study analyzed data from satellite images of 60 countries and found that the area of green space acted as a more important factor affecting happiness in countries with higher GDP per capita.
Coverage from 2 institutions
- 'Urban green space affects citizens' happiness' The Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) · Jun 21, 2021 · first to report
- Urban green space brings happiness when money can't buy it anymore Institute for Basic Science · Jun 21, 2021