Urban greening projects can transform neighbourhoods. The groundbreaking EU-funded project 'Greenlulus' highlights the threat of social exclusion posed by green gentrification. Researchers have also put forward policy tools to ensure that every European is part of their city’s green transformation. Francesc Baró is an (urban) environmental scientist and assistant professor at the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) in Brussels.
- Urban | Local and regional | Climate and environment | Sustainable | Social inclusion and Equality | Research and Innovation
- Code: 09TK241201
- Albert Borschette Conference Centre, AB-4C
Speakers
Francesc Baró
Practical information
- When
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Wed 09/10/2024, 16:30 - 16:45 CET
- Where
- Albert Borschette Conference Centre, AB-4C
- Type of partnership
- Partnership
- Format
- EURegionsTalks / Living Library/Pecha Kucha
- Theme
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Smart and sustainable growth for regions
- Language
- English
Partner
Reporting
Session summary
Urban greening projects can transform neighbourhoods. The groundbreaking EU-funded project 'Greenlulus' highlights the threat of social exclusion posed by green gentrification. Researchers have also put forward policy tools to ensure that every European is part of their city’s green transformation.
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Cities are increasingly adopting green & blue infrastructure strategies for multiple benefits e.g. #climate, #health, #biodiversity" . He also noted the green paradox that could contribute to #gentrification or #segregation.
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