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. 2019 Jul 1;16(13):2327.
doi: 10.3390/ijerph16132327.

Does Perceived Green Space Quality Matter? Linking Norwegian Adult Perspectives on Perceived Quality to Motivation and Frequency of Visits

Claudia Fongar  1 , Geir Aamodt  2 , Thomas B Randrup  3 , Ingjerd Solfjeld  4
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Does Perceived Green Space Quality Matter? Linking Norwegian Adult Perspectives on Perceived Quality to Motivation and Frequency of Visits

Claudia Fongar et al. Int J Environ Res Public Health. .

Abstract

Individual perceptions of green space quality are essential when a user considers engaging in activities. This national-scale study provides insights into Norwegians' quality perceptions of municipal green space, visit frequency and motivations for engaging in different activities. We applied regression analysis to investigate how various factors affect the outcome variables, quality perceptions and visit frequency from a sample of the Norwegian adult population. Results reveal that Norwegians perceive their green spaces as having good quality, and higher quality perceptions have a positive influence on green space visits. Half of the respondents visited green spaces out of intrinsic motives in high-quality environments providing fresh air, experiences of nature and quietness. It is essential, however, to take into account that less reported activity mirrors groups of respondents who least often visit green spaces.

Keywords: Norwegian adult perspectives; activities; motivation; perceived green space quality; visit frequency.

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Percentage of activities for the different groups of motivating factors based on a study of 1010 adult Norwegians.
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