Corredor Ecológico Urbano como elemento integrador: río Zamora, ciudad de Loja

Abstract

Abstract:The objective of this work is to propose an Urban Ecological Corridor along the Zamora River in the city of Loja, in the Zamora Huayco City Gate section, through the assessment of uses and urban elements to define the protective space of the river and raise environmental quality. The Zamora River plays a fundamental role in the structuring of the urban fabric and affects the mobility of the inhabitants, it is an element integrator of equipment, services, public green space in the protection margins. However, it also acts as a limit that separates the historic center, in an east-west direction and is a natural resource impacted by urban dynamics. The methodology consisted of carrying out an urban diagnosis to identify the strengths and weaknesses that owns the Zamora River to create an Ecological Corridor, subsequently formulated urban strategies and actions. As a result, the corridor proposal is made and formulation of strategies on spatial integration of facilities and green areas, sustainable pedestrian and cycle mobility, protection of ecosystems and green space.