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PUBLIC CONSULTATION  | Are you interested in influencing action plans for green infrastructure in the EU? 🌳 Greening Cities Partnership invites experts and practitioners to comment on its "Draft Action Plan" for increasing green infrastructure in EU cities and regions. The plan includes 5 actions, and DUT has contributed to two of the five key actions of the plan: Action 1 - Need for Green: Methodology for quantifying the demand for green infrastructure at local level Action 2 - Indicator System for Evaluating Urban Nature Plans Action 3 - Reaching Meaningful Urban Greening Targets Action 4 - Strengthening Structural Funding for Urban Green Infrastructure Action 5 - Enhancing the Use of Innovative Funding by Urban Authorities to Green Cities We encourage you to give feedback before 31 July here:  🔗 https://lnkd.in/dU8XYAcV #greeninfrastructure #urbanplanning #Greencities

Planning & Infrastructure Update... Our P&I Forum Chair shared valuable insights on the latest changes to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), following December's consultation on reforms. If you missed it, the presentation slides will soon be available on the Planning & Infrastructure forum webpage. 💬 Highlights from the session: A roundtable on devolution and why businesses must have a voice in shaping its direction. Updates from Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council and Stoke-on-Trent City Council on the progress of their Local Plans. 🌿 Why get involved? Your views directly shape the future of planning and infrastructure in our region. This is your opportunity to influence key decisions that impact businesses, communities, and the environment. 📅 Next meeting: Join us as we explore Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) and its implications for planning. Secure your place today: https://lnkd.in/eXF9Qv6e 💡 Your voice matters - be part of the conversation! #Planning #Infrastructure #LocalPlans #BiodiversityNetGain #StaffordshireChambers #YourVoiceMatters

💚 Green Infrastructure Partnership conference (online) 🗓️ Tuesday 10 December, 9.30am-12pm 💡 Explore innovations in policy and practice at the GIP conference. 🌿 It's essential for anyone interested in how urban greening can help create healthy, climate resilient places. It will be of particular value to councillors, planners, parks teams, community environment groups, academics, researchers and consultants. https://lnkd.in/gf_qV7Sx

🌿 We're delighted to open the Public Consultation for the Draft Action Plan of the Urban Agenda for the EU Greening Cities Partnership!  🚀 📅 Open until 11 July Help us shape the future of urban green infrastructure by providing your valuable insights and feedback on crucial actions aimed at boosting urban biodiversity, climate resilience, and residents' wellbeing across the EU. 🌳 🌍 📃 The Action Plan outlines five key Actions designed to enhance green infrastructure in EU cities and regions. These actions address major challenges, including the need for data-driven planning, effective implementation strategies, strong legislative backing, adequate funding, and innovative financial instruments.   Developed by the Greening Cities Partnership, this plan aligns with the EU’s policy agenda on urban greening, striving to increase biodiversity, adapt to climate change, and enhance citizens' wellbeing. 🏙 ❤️ ➡ We seek input from a broad spectrum of stakeholders, including urban authorities at all levels, institutions, private sector entities, projects, programs, and civil society groups. Your insights will significantly improve the feasibility and impact of these actions. By participating, you help ensure the Action Plan is thorough and meets the varied needs of urban communities. Let's work together to build greener, healthier cities! 🌱 ✨ 🔗 Learn more about the Public Consultation and how to participate in the link below 👇 https://lnkd.in/d7773FSe #GreeningCities #UrbanAgendaforEU #NBS #EcosystemServices #GreenInfrastructure #UrbanPlanning #Sustainability #ClimateAction #NatureBasedSolutions #ClimateAdaptation #Indicators #Funding #Monitoring #Cities European Urban Initiative

#GreeningCities Draft Action Plan 🔝   In total 5 actions will help the partnership reach their objective of increasing #Green #Infrastructure in urban areas🌳 Let's zoom in on two Actions!   Action 2️⃣ : Indicator System for Evaluating Urban Nature Plans 🌿 The Action will develop an indicator system that promotes comparability across EU Member States and local authorities to measure and monitor progress towards urban greening. It will include several thematic areas of assessment, a set of common mandatory and voluntary indicators, and will outline the methodology for their measurement. ➡ Currently, there's no standardized way to measure and compare urban greening efforts, making it hard to track progress and implement policies effectively. ➡ This project aims to fill that gap, supporting better policy decisions and enhancing urban biodiversity 🏙 🦋 Action 3️⃣ : Reaching Meaningful Urban Greening Targets 🌿 Urban areas are losing green spaces, essential for climate adaptation, biodiversity, and citizen well-being. The #EUBiodiversityStrategy and the proposed #NatureRestorationLaw highlight the need for urban greening, but many local authorities lack cohesive approaches and effective implementation strategies. The Action addresses the need for standardized guidelines and legislative support to enhance urban green spaces and green infrastructure.  The Action will:   ➡ provide guidelines to help national, regional, and local authorities meet their urban greening goals   ➡ will share best practices, offer tips for developing Urban Nature Plans  ➡ develop recommendations and promote the establishment of an EUwide legislative framework on urban green space to help stop the loss of green infrastructure promoting its steady increase in the future.    Learn more and participate in the #Public #Consultation📣 https://lnkd.in/dU8XYAcV     European Urban Initiative #UrbanAgendaforEU #GreeningCities #ClimateAdaptation #NBS #NatureBasedSolutions #GreenInfrastructure #Cities #UrbanGreening #Biodiversity

Let's talk green infrastructure and stormwater management—it's more than just compliance, it's about securing our future! Highlighted in the article below, the recently released report "Pathways to Living Cities: A Policy and Governance Framework" demonstrates the significant benefits of green infrastructure in addressing urban stormwater challenges. This framework has revolutionized city planning across Canada by showcasing how elements like green roofs, rain gardens, and parks can rejuvenate urban environments. For professionals in stormwater management, this framework serves as a comprehensive guide. It outlines 17 effective strategies to seamlessly integrate green infrastructure into urban development, offering solutions to mitigate flooding, improve water quality, and foster biodiversity—all while promoting sustainable practices that benefit both communities and the environment. Cities such as Philadelphia have already experienced the advantages of green infrastructure, effectively managing stormwater runoff and alleviating pressure on sewer systems while enhancing overall environmental health. The article below explores how your city can leverage green infrastructure to create healthier, more resilient urban landscapes. https://buff.ly/3W87Qd7 #GreenInfrastructure #NPDES #NPDESTraining #NPDESTrainingInstitute #TrainingThatMatters #Stormwater #StormwaterManagement #StormwaterProfessionals #StormwaterTraining #MS4Training #MS4sMatter #WaterQuality

The indicators of urban prosperity consist of six main axes, which are: - Economic productivity. Infrastructure. Quality of life. Environmental sustainability. Governance and legislation. These axes include a set of indicators that will be presented later. #urban_planning #urban_prosperity #regional_planning #be_careful

Employing transformative governance for maximizing ecosystem services of urban green infrastructure is beneficial. Read our article: https://lnkd.in/ekYEcHhP