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BEST PRACTICE example for Mission 1 from Centrum vedecko-technických informácií SR (CVTI SR) 🇸🇰🌳 We will gradually introduce not only our partners but also examples of best practices from them. Centrum vedecko-technických informácií SR (CVTI SR) has already been introduced as the lead partner, and here is an example of a best practice for Mission 1 ⬇️ Revitalization of the Orchards in Lučenec, is a project aimed at creating a new community space with positive impacts on the local ecosystem and climate 🌱. The goal is to establish a Municipal Orchard in an urban area on an old vineyard hill, where local residents can enjoy a healthy, green environment! The project includes planting diverse fruit trees, including local species from the Novohrad region, creating a public demonstration orchard. This space will serve as a practical example of nature-based solutions to address climate change. Key initiatives include expanding green spaces, planting indigenous species, capturing rainwater, and promoting sustainable resource use. Benefits of the project include offering a new green space for leisure, environmental education, and community activities to promote a healthy lifestyle and greater awareness of environmental challenges. For more information: https://lnkd.in/dC6F9MC3

🏗️Sustainable Development Spotlight! How can we work for long-term sustainability while also creating impact today? In our latest spotlight, gathered by the International Society for Urban Health (ISUH) team, Ramon Marrades of Placemaking Europe discusses how placemaking can help build a world that is more sustainable in the long term while also creating better spaces and improving quality of life today. Whether it’s planting trees and improving access to green spaces or addressing extreme heat by providing shade, with placemaking at the core of climate action “everyday life can become better day by day, one public space at a time.” Learn more about equitable and sustainable urban development, and explore other stories from the field: https://lnkd.in/eZsuT9bf

The Free Cities conference was a tremendous success, and we’re thrilled that our CEO, Grant Romundt, took the stage to share insights on our vision for sustainable ocean living. 🌊 Read more about the conference and his role in shaping the future of floating cities here: https://lnkd.in/e_-ySxhJ #LibertyIOL #OceanInnovation #SustainableLiving"

How Cool is this at the Interreg North-West Europe (NWE) Annual Event in Dublin, Ireland! Sabine COUROUBLE enjoyed the JTS presentation of Cool Neighbourhoods at the annual Interreg North-West Europe (NWE) event in Dublin today! Representing Cool Neighbourhoods at this exciting gathering, Sabine was inundated with questions at the coffee break, where she shared the project’s inspiring progress. The photo shows Sabine with the Cool Neighbourhoods poster as she discusses all the amazing work going on, especially around the nine pilot areas and their initial PESTLE/SWOT analyses. These reports provide insights into our strategies for tackling heat stress, enhancing liveability, biodiversity, and building resilience across North-West Europe. Many of these pilot reports can already be found on LinkedIn, with more to come in the next few weeks—stay tuned! Interreg North-West Europe (NWE) Gemeente Middelburg Interreg North Sea Programme Cool Cities NSR GreenDense IB-Green Except Integrated Sustainability Tiny Maenhout Sabine COUROUBLE Communauté d'Agglomération du Pays de Saint-Omer Provincie Antwerpen University of Antwerp HZ University of Applied Sciences Ville de Saint-Omer Ville de Differdange Sioen Industries Gemeente Goes #UrbanResilience #Sustainability #ClimateAdaptation #Networking #Innovation #GreenCities #Liveability #UrbanResilience

The third panel of the first day of the Environmental & Sustainability Summit moved the talks to “Urban Development to Drive Sustainability in Real Estate”. The session delves into the latest strategies and innovations in sustainable real estate development, focusing on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria, reducing carbon footprints and eliminating reliance on fossil fuels. Also, the speakers talked about the regeneration of urban centres, old building with historical value and multifunctional projects of urban regeneration as crucial factors in the development of smart and sustainable communities, as well as the role of the local authorities in changing the cities into sustainable communities. https://lnkd.in/exMxz8qj

🌍 🌱 Happy World Cities Day! As we close out Urban October, we're celebrating innovative solutions that bring green spaces back to densely-populated urban areas, where climate effects are more pronounced and where greening can offer some of the strongest benefits. Through small, carefully designed green infrastructure that fits the unique needs of each area, we're proving that green coverage is possible—even in the hardest-to-green spaces. Together with community partners, we’re working to make the densest neighbourhoods more resilient, healthier, and sustainable 🌿 #WorldCitiesDay #GreenDense #UrbanGreening #ClimateResilience #SustainableCities #GreenInfrastructure #ClimateAdaptation #UrbanGreening #SustainableCities #GreenDense Gemeente Dordrecht STIPO Delft University of Technology Stad Mechelen Het Vogelnest Brest Métropole Plante & Cité Cork City Council - Comhairle Cathrach Chorcaí Freie Hansestadt Bremen Stad Brugge Interreg North-West Europe (NWE)

At the Olympic Rivers satellite event, our keynote speaker Benjamin RAIGNEAU joined forces with a panel of experts —Rebecca Arnaud, Elizabeth Sisson, Steve Richards, William Dennison, and Mina Guli—to share actionable insights on transforming urban waterways. Their vision? Rivers that are cleaner, more vibrant, and central to community life, urban tourism, and global sustainability. Swipe 👉 to discover powerful lessons for cities worldwide on rejuvenating their rivers to create a legacy for future generations. 🔗 Click below to dive into the full key messages document https://lnkd.in/gP5v7atg AmaWaterways River Cruises Stuart Orr Philip Weller Sarah Zeljko

Charting a Sustainable Course: Midweek Reflections 🌊🚢 As I posed for my photo at the helm of the Stad Amsterdam, the very act felt symbolic of the greater journey we're embarking on in San Francisco. I was reminded of our city's path towards a sustainable future—a future where innovation help protect and cleanses our waterways and circular economies thrive ♻️. In recent days, I've had the honor of representing San Francisco in different discussions aboard this magnificent vessel. I spoke on the expansion of new policies, technologies and innovation to rejuvenate and protect our precious waterways and engaged with the Dutch government and local business partners to learn and share how we jointly advance best practices for a circular economy in our built environment 🤝🌐. These conversations are more than exchanges of ideas; they are initiating necessary ripples of worldwide action. They signify our city's unwavering commitment to environmental leadership and the collaboration that will be needed to execute on a global scale 🌍. As we navigate towards these ambitious and important goals, I feel so fortunate to be part of a growing coalition steering us towards a greener tomorrow 🍃. I remain optimistic for the future and plan to update you on as we set sail together on this vital voyage. 🌱⚓️ #SustainableFuture #CircularEconomy #CleanWaterways #EcoInnovation #sanfrancisco #Climateaction Netherlands Jan

Implementing a soil improvement solution for water conservation through the golf course irrigation system is a game changer. We now start monitoring how much irrigation can be cut back while retaining soil moisture levels for optimal turf health and perfect playing surfaces. It will also be interesting to determine if our liquid mineral formula can improve capillarity on the turf surface, avoiding the hydrophobic layer that courses combat by spraying wetting agents/surfactants 1-2 times per month. A one-time application lasting 3-5 years can represent operational savings and environmental benefits extending beyond water conservation.

Learn about the remarkable transformation of Curitiba, Brazil, from an urban wasteland to a green wonderland. Through innovative planning and a commitment to sustainability, Curitiba has become a global model for integrating green spaces into urban environments. Read our latest blog and discover the inspiring story of how strategic urban renewal can reshape cities for the better: https://dk.world/3NITAnp