Application of the Forest City Concept to the Surabaya City Environment

Abstract

The parks in Surabaya are one of the applications of the forest city concept. Green Open Space (RTH) in every region, especially the city of Surabaya, is one way to create an environment free from temperature and air pollution. An environment free from pollution can help minimize global warming. In addition, the existence of urban parks can preserve forests and improve environmental quality. The results of this study aim to make Surabaya city can be an example and educate regions in Indonesia about the importance of urban parks for a clean and pollution-free environment. Research on the application of the forest city concept in Surabaya City was conducted in two popular parks in Surabaya. The research objects studied were Taman Pelangi and Taman Flora. The data obtained was analyzed using purposive sampling method in 3 stages of research including: observation-documentation, interviews, and data analysis. Taman Pelangi meets the requirements of a good city park standard with a percentage of 80% while Taman Flora with a percentage of 80%. It can be concluded that the application of city parks with the concept of forest city has a very positive impact on the environment in the city of Surabaya.