Mainstreaming solutions for a just transformative pathway: an integrated approach to resilience
The sessions under this topic will focus on concrete solutions that in the last 10 years of discussions, proved to increase resilience and sustainably make cities adapt to the changing climate. Looking particularly at how Nature-based Solutions and green-blue infrastructure have been mainstreamed in planning and action, speakers will assess the performance of tested solutions and the need to accelerate and increase their impact at a larger scale. Reflecting on the transformational aspect of resilience, these sessions will discuss the role of participation in upscaling solutions.
Guiding question: What integrated solutions developed and tested over the past decade can effectively support cities and regions in their resilience journey towards 2030 and beyond?
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Planning for extreme heat: How can cities beat the heat?
Addressing the urban heat challenge requires multi-faceted solutions that span urban planning, policy and governance changes, technological innovations, community engagement, among other. As climate change continues to manifest, the impacts associated with urban heat are expected to become even more pressing and, therefore, city governments are called to act now. This session brings together a panel of expert urban practitioners, including Chief Heat and Resilience Officers.
Unveiling the Power of Nature-based Solutions for Equitable, Green, and Healthy European Cities
This session focuses on advancing the role of NbS as a transformative approach for urban resilience. Participants interact on how to develop NbS focused pathways, by integrating spatial assessment and decision-making tools into planning processes. A framework for a holistic valuation of NbS will be presented, fostering holistic urban planning. The session also emphasizes community needs alignment through stakeholder engagement, co-creation, and educational efforts.
Building societal resilience: Innovations in architecture and landscaping for climate adaptation
The adaptation of buildings and public spaces will be increasingly necessary in a changing climate. When we design for the future we need to think about insulation and ventilation, but also the integration of vegetation and water in urban spaces as well as the societal resilience of neighbourhoods. In this workshop, we invite you to join us in exploring how we can use methods from design and architecture to create urban habitats which allow communities to work, live and thrive within the planetary boundaries in a European and a global context!
Designing Resilient, Climate-Neutral Cities: District-focused Innovations
This practical and interactive session brings together representatives from cities to share their experiences, challenges, and successes in implementing solutions and driving climate neutrality at a district level. Through panel discussions and real-life case studies, participants will gain practical insights into the strategies and actions taken by cities to advance climate neutrality and enhance the resilience and liveability of their communities. A key question explored will be: How can district-level implementation be upscaled for broader city transformation?
Resilient power: Cities rethinking the future of energy infrastructures
The increasing occurrence of nature-based extreme events is causing serious damage to critical infrastructures and urban assets. Their frequency and scale are worsening, threatening the safety and quality of life of our communities. In this session cities and stakeholders of the Urban Transitions Mission will delve into the future climate scenarios in Europe and their implication for the resilience of urban infrastructures and the energy system. Policy makers, experts and IPCC scientists will discuss how data-driven climate scenarios and tools can help cities in identifying climate risks, avoid lock-ins and roll-out innovative responses to these threats.
Imaginging a resilient urban future: what does success look like?
While many cities are pushing ahead with the implementation of adaptation strategies, it is still difficult to assess what is really working, and where we should be headed. In this workshop, we will explore what ‘success’ actually means in terms of societal resilience in an urban context. Can targets be set to work towards, and what role does nature have to play in this?
Scaling Up NbS: Are We Ready to Unleash Nature's Full Potential?
Effectively addressing the adverse impacts of climate change demands a substantial upscaling of Nature-Based Solutions (NbS). This session focuses on the cornerstones that underpin the upscaling process of NbS, emphasizing standardization procedures, ground-breaking research, policy frameworks, and the successful execution of NbS projects, all contributing to the global expansion of NbS initiatives.