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Geotourism Based on Geoheritage as a Basis for the Sustainable Development of the Golija Nature Park, Southwest Serbia
No full textGolija Mountain, located in the southwestern part of Serbia, has been under
protection as the Golija Nature Park since 2001. It is protected to preserve its forest
ecosystems, diverse landscapes of exceptional beauty, and cultural heritage. Due to its
natural and cultural values, the Golija Nature Park was declared a UNESCO Biosphere
Reserve under the name “Golija-Studenica” in the same year. In addition to its ecosystem
values, due to the complex geological and geomorphological past, there are a significant
number of geodiversity objects on the mountains in the park. Research on these geodiversity
objects has been the focus of the park’s administration in recent years. This protected
natural area faces several challenges, with the sustainable development of tourism being
one of the most significant. The construction of a large ski center is planned, which has
already triggered the spontaneous development of unregulated weekend settlements near
the mountain’s highest peaks. Geotourism provides an alternative to this development.
Geosites, as the most representative landscapes and landforms, serve as key attractions for
geotourists. The main goal of this work was to find appropriate geoactivities related to
geosites that will enhance the geotourism offer, all with the aim of achieving the sustainable
development of the Golija Nature Park
Improving participation in spatial planning of mining areas - formal participatory methods in urban and spatial planning in Europe
No full textDevelopment in areas with extensive mineral extraction brings significant changes that especially affect the local population, both positively and negatively. The most important impacts include job creation, higher income, dependence on a single industry, environmental harm, health issues, and the need for (involuntary) resettlement. Mining companies that fail to prioritize corporate social responsibility and foster strong relationships with local communities often face a lack of public support. Transparent decision making through high public engagement and participatory planning process is therefore of great importance. The aim of this research is to identify formal participatory methods applied in the process of urban and regional planning, with focus on community participation. Through extensive analysis of legislation of European countries, we have identified the most commonly used methods and techniques. They have several advantages, but could be supplemented with informal methods for a better inclusion of attitudes and opinion of local community and other stakeholders
Prilagođavanje na izmenjene klimatske uslove kroz dokumenta javnih politika
No full textRepublika Srbija je u proteklom periodu aktivno radila na izradi i usvajanju seta različitih dokumenata javnih politika kako bi izgradila što efikasniji sistem odgovora na klimatske promene imajući u vidu izazove sa kojima se Republika Srbija suočava. Svedoci smo poslednjih godina velikih posledica po stanovništvo, materijalna dobra i životnu sredinu koje su prouzrokovane prirodnim nepogodama, prvenstveno poplavama, sušama i olujnim nepogodama a posledično tome i bujicama i klizištima. Kako bi se definisale efikasne mere mitigacije i adaptacije na klimatske promene potrebno je bilo doneti niz dokumenata na nacionalnom nivou, prvenstveno sektorsku strategiju prilagođavanja na izmenjene klimatske uslove i doneti, odnosno izmeniti, odgovarajuću zakonsku regulativu. U radu su predstavljeni rezultati rada na ovom dokumentu i razmatrane mere koje treba implementirati u narednom periodu kako bi se posledice klimatskih promena ublažile a društvo uspešno adaptiralo na izmenjene klimatske uslove.Urednici: Dejan Filipović, Velimir Šećerov, Dušan Ristić, Marina Ili
A Hybrid Fuzzy AHP–MULTIMOORA Approach for Solar Energy Development on Rural Brownfield Sites in Serbia
No full textGlobal energy demand is steadily increasing, accompanied by a growing emphasis on clean and renewable energy sources. Serbia possesses significant solar energy potential, with solar radiation levels among the highest in Europe—about 40% above the European average. Within this context, rural depopulation clusters offer attractive opportunities for solar energy development due to the availability of underutilized land. This study aims to identify optimal locations for solar power installations in Serbia’s depopulated areas by applying multi-criteria decision-making methods under uncertainty. A hybrid framework, combining fuzzy Analytic Hierarchy Process (fuzzy AHP) and fuzzy MULTIMOORA, was employed to evaluate potential sites. Fuzzy AHP was used to determine the relative importance of criteria, while fuzzy MULTIMOORA ensured a robust ranking of alternatives by addressing the vagueness in data and expert judgments. The analysis identified several high-potential brownfield locations, with the most suitable land class covering 5.01% (16.94 km2) of the examined cluster area (311.3 km2). These areas are typically characterized by flat terrain, high solar irradiation, and minimal environmental constraints, providing favorable conditions for solar farms. Among the assessed sites, location no. 9 consistently ranked highest across all three fuzzy MULTIMOORA variants: FRPA (z = 0.0588), FRS (y = 0.2811), and FFMF (p = 1.6748). The findings confirm that the hybrid fuzzy AHP–MULTIMOORA approach offers valuable support for informed decision-making on solar energy deployment in depopulated rural regions. Moreover, the utilization of rural brownfield sites contributes to the expansion of renewable energy, rural revitalization, and sustainable land management in Serbia
Crows in Belgrade
No full textThe folder contains data and R code for a research article "Human population and park features affect escape behaviour in hooded crows across urban landscape".Data material for: [https://doi.org/10.1016/j.anbehav.2025.123402]Related to published version: [https://gery.gef.bg.ac.rs/handle/123456789/2215
Are new housing developments in Serbia heading towards sustainability? Old vs new neighborhood comparison in Belgrade’s Višnjička Banja settlement
No full textIn post-socialist Serbia, the commodification of housing has perceptibly affected standards in residential urban planning and design, which are increasingly ubordinated to profit interests. In the context of the current challenges of residential intensification and urban sprawl in the capital city, one of the key urban issues is the quality of housing and its environment. This paper discusses the sustainability of new housing complexes in comparison to those built during the socialist period. As representative cases for comparative analysis, old and new neighborhoods in the Višnjička Banja settlement in Belgrade have been selected, namely the Višnjička Banja neighborhood from the 1970s-80s, and the Sunnyville neighborhood, the construction of which began in the late 2010s. Drawing on a conceptual framework of sustainable housing which integrates desirable socio-cultural, environmental and economic characteristics in this field, the study develops the Neighborhood Sustainability Assessment (NSA) tool, based on a literature review, previously established conceptual models and an empirical approach. The materials used in the research include original data and graphic documentation from the project authors’ publications, available planning and project documentation, open-source spatial data, and photo documentation from the field. This study questions whether the new, post-socialist practice of building residential settlements is oriented towards the goals and recommendations of sustainable housing, and whether it leads to an improvement or deterioration of housing conditions, compared to those fostered during the socialist period. The general research aim is to examine the prospects of current housing practices in Serbia, and highlight their long-term and irreversible effects on urban development and the quality of life of residents. Finally, by reaffirming thorough and comprehensive reflections on housing from the socialist period, in light of contemporary sustainability requirements, the authors indicate the need for improving the existing methodological frameworks in the domain of the urban planning and design of new residential developments in Serbia
Population dynamics and rising temperatures in Serbia regional aspect
No full textSerbia is experiencing severe demographic challenges alongside significant environmental pressures. Both components of population dynamics—natural increase and migration balance—have contributed to a declining population trend. Simultaneously, Serbiais expected to be heavily impacted by climate change, particularly in terms of rising average temperatures. Using cluster analysis, this study identifies homogeneous areas within Serbia based on population dynamics and climate parameters. Employing 10 key variables, Serbian municipalities were classified into four distinct clusters. The capital, Belgrade, standsout as a ‘heat island’ with the highest immigration rates, while municipalities in Eastern, Southeastern, and partially Western Serbia—predominantly hilly and mountainous regions—exhibit more favorable climatic conditions but suffer from severe demographic decline (depopulation, negative migration balance, and negative natural increase). This analysis raises an essential question for future research: Will the intensification of climate change and the worsening environmental conditions in the capital alter migration patterns, directing populations toward regions characterized by lower environmental stress and reduced exposure to climate extremes in Serbia? This study establishes a strong foundation for further research within the POPENVIROS project, which aims to explore the relationship between population dynamics and climate change in Serbia. Identifying homogeneous regions—one of the primary objectives of this paper—will facilitate the mapping of specificareas that require deeper investigation into the complex interactions between demographic trends and climate change
Presentation of environmental content in geography textbooks for elementary schools: a case study on a sample of zuns publications
No full textThe formation of functional knowledge in geography lessons is made possible by the use of quality textbooks. Didactic apparatus significantly contributes to the quality of textbooks, however, its influence from this aspect has not yet been sufficiently explored. Bearing in mind the methodological importance of photographs as part of the didactic apparatus of textbooks for the presentation of phenomena and processes related to environmental protection, research was conducted with the aim of determining their characteristics in geography textbooks for elementary school. The research was conducted on a sample consisting of two editions of geography textbooks (approved in 2007 and 2021) for elementary school by the publishing house ZUNS. Bearing in mind the educational importance and function of photographs as a source of information and a means of solving questions and tasks related to environmental protection, qualitative and quantitative analysis of photographs in the editions of geography textbooks approved in 2021 was first performed. In the second stage of the research, their comparative analysis was performed with the photos used in the textbook editions approved in 2007 with the aim of determining changes in the features selected for observation. Changes were found regarding the increase in the quantity
of photos showing environmental content, the increased share of photos functionally related to the main text, and the absence of photos with a decorative function. However, the didactic apparatus retained certain negative features (prevalence of photographs, their unbalanced relationship with other elements of the didactic apparatus, etc.), so it is necessary to improve it. At the end of the paper, a set of measures was given for the effective inclusion of photographs in the didactic apparatus, so that they would have the best possible educational function
Transport as tourism: conceptual overview
No full textThis article explores the concept of “transport as tourism,” emphasizing how mobility modes, from historic trains and gondolas to luxury cruises and themed rides, evolve beyond mere infrastructure into experiential, symbolic, and emotionally resonant elements of the tourism product. Drawing on theories of tourist motivation, experiential value, and cultural consumption, the paper highlights how transport intersects with heritage, landscape aesthetics, media representation, and identity performance. It examines the socio-economic, cultural, and environmental implications of this phenomenon, with attention to sustainability, destination branding, and the hybridization of travel and tourism. Through diverse case studies and interdisciplinary insights, the article argues that understanding transport as an active tourism experience demands new planning frameworks that integrate cultural preservation, economic viability, and ecological responsibility. Ultimately, the study positions transport not just as a logistical enabler, but as a critical site of tourist engagement, storytelling, and value creation