A Critical Assessment of the Sustainability Performance of a Typical Mega City in China - A Case Study of Jinan

Abstract:

This paper, based on the strong sustainable principles, is derived from Jinan Citys statistics yearbook and statistical bulletin materials. The author constructed the environmental indicator system and socioeconomic indicator system respectively with the help of the analytic hierarchy process (AHP), and calculated Jinan Citys sustainability indices for 2003-2010. The results show that the environmental sustainable development level in Jinan city was average in 2003-2005 and 2007; however, in 2006, 2008-2010 it achieved a high level. The socioeconomic sustainable development level in Jinan City was high in 2003-2007, and was very high in 2008-2010. The results of the analyses suggest that Jinan City should improve its air quality and strengthen its environmental investment. It is also urgent that Jinan improve citizens livelihood, especially for housing and pension insurance projects.

• Periodical: Advanced Materials Research (Volumes 734-737)
• Pages: 1565-1569
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMR.734-737.1565
• Online since: August 2013
• Authors: Ming Xing Sun, Yu Tao Wang, Shu Ping Zhang, Ren Qing Wang
• Keywords: Analysis Hierarchy Process (AHP), Indicator System, Mega City, Sustainability Performance

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