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✨ Ready to dive into the world of community gardens? Whether you're passionate about greening your neighborhood, revitalizing abandoned plots, or enhancing your university campus, we've got an event you won't want to miss! 👀 🌻 Join us for an innovative conference, both ONLINE and onsite at the Jagiellonian University in Krakow, Poland. Hosted by the KampusJU team, Fanny Téoule, Michał Pałasz and more, this event marks the launch of the community garden initiative at Jagiellonian Campus—the second of its kind in Poland! More than just a green space, it's a living laboratory, bridging the gap between nature and society. It's a hub for experimentation and a valuable resource for our universities and fostering collaboration between experts and locals. 📅 15th May, 4pm (CET) Secure your spot now by registering through the link below, and let's sow the seeds of change together – all from the comfort of your own screen! Don't miss out – you're invited to be part of something special! 🌱✨ #conference #communitygarden #jagiellonianuniversity #Krakow #Poland Uniwersytet Jagielloński (Jagiellonian University)

We are excited to share the recording from our recent Satellite event of The New European Bauhaus Festival: "𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐟𝐭𝐨𝐩𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐁𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧!" 🌱 If you couldn't join us live, now's your chance to catch the full session. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dKDh6G9F Prefer a shorter recap? Dive into our podcast inspired by the event. 🔉 https://lnkd.in/d5zdTcS7 Don't miss it out! #BauhausFestival #sustainability #greenroofs

📢 New Podcast episode alert! Our latest episode podcast dives into the inaugural event of our new "Event series". At What's That Green?, we're all about reimagining urban spaces for a greener, more sustainable future. Our recent event in Munich showcased the transformative power of rooftop spaces, and we're excited to share some key takeaways with you: 🌱 Multifunctional: Rooftops can be more than just green! They're versatile canvases for biodiversity, social engagement, and energy efficiency. 🌞 Sunshine & Sustainability: Green roofs aren't just pretty—they're practical too! Discover how they boost energy efficiency, reduce CO2 emissions, and create healthier, happier communities. 🐦 Bridging the gap: With animal aided design, we're fostering harmony between humans and wildlife. Learn how integrating biodiversity into architectural planning benefits us all. Tune in to our latest podcast episode to join the conversation and explore the future of urban greening! 🎧💚

🌿 Exciting Announcement! 🌿 Join us tomorrow at 18:30 CET (onsite) or 19:00 CET (online) for our upcoming event "𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐟𝐭𝐨𝐩𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐛𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧!". Together with Markus Elsperger, Wolfgang Weisser and Andreas Rockinger we'll delve into the future of rooftops. https://lnkd.in/dwunucSV But before that, we have something special to share with you! Discover how cities can catalyze the implementation of green roofs. Dive into our latest article prepared by Elizaveta Fakirova🌿 and learn how it was done in Berlin, Basel and London. Elizaveta Fakirova🌿 shared her insights during her scholarship at the German Chancellor Fellowship Alexander von Humboldt Foundation with Plus-one.ru in 2021. Don't miss out on this enlightening read! Check it out now. 👇 🌟𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐭 𝐑𝐮𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐨 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐟𝐬🌟 🔗 https://lnkd.in/db89nMWm #GreenRoofs #FutureCities #UrbanDevelopment

🌿𝐃𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬 𝐢𝐭!🌿 𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐟𝐭𝐨𝐩𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐛𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧! - discussion organised by What's that green? x Roofscapes is a satellite event of The New European Bauhaus Festival. 🗓 April 16th at 18:30 CET (offline) & 19:00 CET (online) 🔗 Register: https://lnkd.in/dQ8XAfKn 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐬: — Markus Elsperger, Knauf Insulation — Wolfgang Weisser, Studio Animal-Aided Design 🚨𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: For those joining us in person, we will organize a tour of the innovative green roof at WOGENO, starting at 18:30 CET. Address: Fritz-Winter Str. 3, Munich. The hybrid panel discussion will start at 19:00 CET. #greenroof #sustainability #urbangreen #nature

Join us at the Rooftops can be more than just green! discussion and site visit!

🎙️ WTG Podcast alert! Join us for an exclusive peek into the groundbreaking Campus Living Lab Project at Jagiellonian University of Krakow, Poland. 🌱🌿 Discover with our special guest, Doctor in Human Geopgraphy, Jaroslaw Dzialek: 🌱Innovative initiatives transforming the university campus into a hub for sustainability and environmental stewardship. 🤝 How the university is collaborating with researchers, students, and the community to tackle pressing environmental challenges. 🏢 Transforming insights into green infrastructure, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable campus development. But wait, there's more! Don't miss out on the opportunity to participate in the Campus Living Lab upcoming event on April 19th, 2024. Register now for engaging workshops, seminars, and hands-on activities focused on sustainability and campus development.🌍 🔗 https://lnkd.in/d6UFUiSm #CampusLivingLab #Sustainability #GreenInitiatives #podcast

🎉 Don’t miss our next event! 🎉 What's that green? in collaboration with Roofscapes were selected to create a satellite event for the New European Bauhaus Festival which takes place in April. 🗓️ 16.04.24 ⏰ 18:30 📍𝐇𝐲𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐝: In Munich (Fritz-Winter Str.3) and Online ➡️ 𝐒𝐈𝐆𝐍-𝐔𝐏 https://lnkd.in/dQ8XAfKn This will be a chance to visit an innovative green roof in Munich at WOGENO and discover with experts how 𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐟𝐭𝐨𝐩𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐛𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧! We will explore the following questions : 🌿How does the future of multifunctional mass-produced green roofs look like? 🌿How to make them easy to implement and cost-effective? 🌿How to combine those solutions with the needs of the community? 🔈 Stay posted to discover who will be the speakers! Special thanks for Eytan Levi 🙏🍀

🎙 New Podcast Episode Alert! Join us as we delve into the latest episode of the What's That Green Podcast, where we uncover the Golf Pastorale nestled in Bernay, in the region of Normandy, France. In this episode, we explore how golf transcends its traditional boundaries to become a powerful pretext for environmental revival. ✨ From the ingenious fusion of golfing heritage and ecological stewardship to the transformative impact on biodiversity, prepare to be amazed by the innovative approach to sustainable development. Tune in to discover: 🔍 The visionary journey behind the Golf Pastorale project. 👀 How golf serves as a catalyst for changing perceptions and fostering environmental stewardship. 🌳 Insights into the meticulous conservation efforts and biodiversity preservation strategies. 🤝 Lessons learned from the project's journey, emphasizing patience, persistence, and the power of collaboration. Whether you're a nature enthusiast, sustainability advocate, or simply curious about innovative green initiatives, this episode is sure to inspire and delight! 🎧 So grab your headphones and get ready to immerse yourself in the captivating stories of the Golf Pastorale. 🌟 #GreenInitiatives #Sustainability #NatureConservation #GolfPastorale #PodcastEpisode

HOW THE PAST MEETS THE FUTURE: GREENING STRATEGIES WITH POCKET PARKS IN HISTORIC CAIRO 🔗https://lnkd.in/dthkCkvy Let’s change our focus and take a closer look at Cairo, one of the main cities in the MENA region, and discover it’s exciting pocket park projects! Do you wonder how to combine heritage conservation and future-proof green spaces? Then read our new article where Omar Zahran, a young urban planner based in historic Cairo shares his local knowledge with us. In the article you will learn about : * The challenges that cities in the MENA region face today and that many cities worldwide will face soon * Ways to compensate for lack of green spaces in densily built areas * A innovative approach that links pocket parks and cultural heritage * Opportunities brought by rban accupuncture to support local communities 🌿So let yourself be inspired and join us on our journey “back to the future” of resilient cities! 📝Authors: Omar Zahran & Julia Micklewright