A Arborização Urbana em Águas Lindas de Goiás (GO): uma análise do Bairro Parque da Barragem – Setor 2 (2025)

Abstract

This article the general objective of this study was to analyze urban afforestation in the city of Águas Lindas de Goiás (GO), focusing on the Parque da Barragem Setor 2 neighborhood. The specific objectives consisted of: identifying wooded areas through satellite images; surveying the species present in the neighborhood and assessing their suitability to the urban environment; analyzing the role of public policies, such as the Plantar e Cuidar Program; and discussing urban afforestation in light of the right to the city and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) (UN, 2015), specifically goal 11, which highlights the importance of inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable cities. Regarding the social and scientific relevance of the study, one can mention the need for a theoretical-methodological discussion on afforestation in rapidly growing peripheral cities, such as Águas Lindas de Goiás, which face environmental challenges resulting from disorderly urbanization, causing a shortage of green areas. The methodology used combined analysis of satellite images and unsystematic field observation. The results indicate that vegetation coverage in the neighborhood is uneven, with a high concentration of trees in private areas, such as backyards, and a lack of trees on sidewalks and public spaces. In addition, a predominance of a few species was observed, which compromises tree diversity. It was possible to conclude that, in order to make urban afforestation more efficient and equitable, intersectoral planning involving public authorities and the community is necessary.