Environment-Based Spatial Management Combines Dignified Justice in Harmonization of Regulations

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10.2991/978-2-38476-352-8_4How to use a DOI?

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Sustainable Spatial Planning; Economic Resilience; Environmental Justice; Social Equity; Green Economy

Abstract

In this paper, the authors examine the economic benefits of a sustainable spatial planning policy that integrates environmental regulations with a fair and just level of environmental protection. The primary objective was to assess the influence of such regulatory frameworks on regional economic advancement, investment prospects, job generation, and the robustness of the economic model. This study employs a multimethod approach, integrating data analysis, interviews, and community surveys, to assess the impact of sustainable spatial planning on economic growth and social equity. The findings indicate that sustainable spatial planning legislation can significantly enhance economic growth through investments in environmentally focused sectors, including ecotourism and renewable energy. Furthermore, they facilitate job creation and enhance the capacity of economies to adapt to and withstand external shocks. Nevertheless, the data indicates that the efficacy of these regulations is contingent upon the specific local context and the nature of the policies in question. While the sustainable side of the equation appears to be thriving, areas that are dependent on the unstoppable theft of resources may encounter difficulties in transitioning towards a more evaluative approach. This study identifies the incorporation of social justice in spatial planning regulation as a significant finding. In particular, the environmental benefits derived from such initiatives are not distributed equally and tend to favor low-income and disadvantaged communities to a lesser extent. The study concludes that regulations must be designed to allow for equitable access to sustainable environments that support sustainable societies as well as sustainability within societies. This would address issues of environmental sustainability and social justice in a more substantial manner. Finally, this study highlights the need for spatial planning rules that align with climate protection and local economic promotion whilst also enhancing social equality. It underscored the importance of clean technology, green infrastructure, and economic diversification to build a more sustainable and equitable economy.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Muhammad Ali Adnan
AU  - Teguh Prasetyo
AU  - Elvira Fitriyani Pakpahan
AU  - Mirza Nasution
PY  - 2025
DA  - 2025/01/21
TI  - Environment-Based Spatial Management Combines Dignified Justice in Harmonization of Regulations
BT  - Proceedings of the 5th International Conference on Humanities and Social Science (ICHSS 2024)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 29
EP  - 42
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-352-8_4
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-352-8_4
ID  - Adnan2025
ER  -