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    Getting there: travel behaviour choices and Dutch Transit Oriented Development
    (2022-08-24) Frinking, Dorien
    Transit Oriented Development (TOD) is an often discussed subject in literature and practice. It crosses multiple disciplines, such as economics, sustainability, mobility, urban management and spatial planning. This research looked into two things: first, it assessed to what extent Dutch station area developments comply with TOD principles using spatial data analysis in ArcGIS pro. Second, it examined if and when travel behavioural changes occur for these locations after TOD realisation and in comparison with other places. This is done by conducting a logistic regression analysis in SPSS using the OViN/ODiN dataset. There are 45 Dutch TOD locations. For trips towards and from TOD locations, the chance of an average person taking the train increases between 94% and 114%. The location where TOD realisation takes place are often locations where the chances of taking the train were already higher before TOD realisation, which means that they are attractive locations for development. The results show that Transit Oriented Development can be one part of a complex system in influencing travel behaviour and it cannot be seen as a cure-for-all. Nevertheless, Transit Oriented Development is a tool that can be used to stimulate sustainable modes of transport.
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    Urban Greening and Gentrification Dynamics in Dutch Cities: Quantitative Analysis of Socioeconomic and Green Space Shifts, 2009-2023.
    (2025-02-19) Broeke, Bartho van den
    This study examines the relationship between urban greening and gentrification in the Netherlands, addressing gaps in spatiotemporal research and the reliance on property values as a proxy. Utilising multilevel regression and GIS analysis, the study investigates the temporal relationship between gentrification and urban greening in five Dutch cities between 2013 and 2019, and whether gentrification precedes, coincides with, or follows urban greening. Findings reveal complex dynamics: while urban greening marginally precedes gentrification in some cases, results are inconsistent. The analysis reveals a positive relation between increased green space, higher education levels, and a decline in low-income residents in Eindhoven and The Hague. However, regression models indicate green space loss may precede property value increases. The hypothesis that greening follows gentrification is largely refuted, while the coexistence of greening and gentrification is only marginally supported. The study underscores the role of existing green space and newly developed real estate in shaping gentrification. The study calls for equitable urban planning strategies that integrate climate adaptation with social justice. Future research should explore longer timeframes, include residential mobility data, and examine street-level greenery to refine policy interventions, such as improved monitoring, participatory green projects, and safeguarding social housing near green spaces.
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    From Detention to City: How Asylum-Seekers Navigate and Reshape Borders through Space Bordering effects on asylum seekers and refugees' spatial mobility in Lithuania
    (2025-03-17) Burdaite, Dangira
    This thesis explores the effects of bordering processes on the spatial mobility of asylum-seekers and refugees in Lithuania. It aims to highlight the subjective and embodied experiences of asylum-seekers as they navigate and reshape borders during the asylum status determination process. Using a qualitative approach, the study examines how asylum seekers negotiate and construct new spatial and mental boundaries within the state-imposed borders. Employing the theoretical framework of Henri Lefebvre's spatial triad, this thesis explores how asylum seekers perceive, conceive, and live in their surrounding spaces. The spatial triad reveals the everyday practices and strategies asylum-seekers employ to challenge confinement, build connections, and expand their mobilities. By examining the dynamics of bordering practices across spaces like detention, open camps, and urban settings, this study contributes to the broader discussions on borders, migration, and human mobility. It offers a nuanced understanding of borders not merely as state-imposed borders but as deeply personal, complex, multifaceted, and dynamic spaces. This thesis foregrounds asylum-seekers and refugees as active agents rather than passive victims. Their lived experiences challenge the dominant narratives of border control and shed light on the personal and political dimensions of border regimes.
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    "The Financial Sector's Exclusion From the EUDR: Evaluating the Influence of Discourse Coalitions"
    (2025-03-09) Slangen, Josephine
    In April of 2023, the European Union adopted a Legislative Resolution for a new Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), in which the financial sector is not included in the scope of the legislative text. As the impact of the financial sector as a driver of deforestation has been established, the exclusion of the sector is of societal interest. In the European Parliamentary Resolution, a request for the inclusion of the financial sector in deforestation legislation was made. During the development of the EUDR, the potential inclusion was considered and advocated for by certain actors; but ultimately decided against. This study provides an overview of the process of the development of the EUDR, followed by an analysis of the development of discourse coalitions regarding the inclusion of the financial sector, and the arguments used, methodologically drawing from Argumentative Discourse Analysis. A record number of responses to the Public Consultation regarding the legislation were received, offering a rich data source for such discourse analysis. Whereas discourse coalition formation regarding the inclusion of the financial sector emerged, the findings do not show a strong exclusion narrative. The study concludes there may have been a ‘quiet opposition’ which became dominant during the development of the legislation.
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    “Long-term visions supporting the implementation of water and soil principles”
    (2025-02-22) Rijnten, Laura
    Climate change is leading to more extreme weather events, increasing the vulnerability of cities in the Netherlands. To improve climate adaptation, the policy concept ‘Water en Bodem Sturend’ (WBS) aims to integrate water and soil principles into spatial planning. However, its implementation is challenging due to conceptual complexity and a lack of clear guidelines. This study examines whether the long-term 2120 vision, which takes the natural systems as starting point, can facilitate the integration of WBS into spatial policy. The conceptual framework is underpinned by the adaptation planning cycle framework (Stafford-Smith et al., 2022), followed by qualitative research, including desk study, observations, and interviews. Findings show that the 2120 vision provides essential guidance for policymakers by offering a structured framework to support WBS implementation. Facilitating elements include a focus on the natural system, identification of future challenges, integration of socio-economic factors, and accessible water and soil information. The vision also supports policy development through knowledge-sharing, scenario-based landscape design, and long-term strategic direction. To strengthen WBS integration, higher government levels should provide clear guidance and additional tools. Enhancing the 2120 vision by defining target groups, including implementation steps, promoting cross-border cooperation, and embedding it in spatial policies will further support adaptation.