The Project

ReGreeneration unites nine European cities in a collective effort to reimagine urban neighbourhoods as vibrant hubs of sustainability, livability, and social cohesion. With a shared focus on regenerating challenged neighbourhoods with people-centred and nature-based solutions, this project is not merely about transforming physical landscapes. It embodies a holistic approach to urban regeneration, embracing a strategic, cross sectoral approach to planning.  

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The “lead cities” – Alverca, Barcelona, Bucharest, and Paris – are undertaking flagship initiatives targeted at revitalising marginalised, polluted and car-centric neighbourhoods, designing green spaces and amenities accessible to all residents. These cities will serve as pioneers in developing and implementing renaturing solutions tailored to their unique contexts, promoting a higher quality of life for citizens. Their experiences and best practices will be shared with replicator cities such as Rome, Segrate, Lappeenranta, Ljubljana, and Ghent, each facing similar challenges in neighbourhoods with comparable characteristics to the leading cities.   

By demonstrating the effectiveness and adaptability of local solutions across diverse urban landscapes, the project aims not only to transform individual neighbourhoods but to inspire and inform urban regeneration initiatives throughout Europe, contributing to the creation of sustainable and resilient cities. 

Neighbourhoods for people & nature

COMPLETE NEIGHBOURHOODS

Reshaping urban areas into compact, mixed-use neighbourhoods that foster proximity to key amenities, accessible by all

COMMUNAL AREAS FOR & BY THE PEOPLE

Co-designing vibrant, inclusive communal areas that reflect the unique identity, dreams, and needs of local communities

NATURE-BASED URBAN SPACES

Introduce regenerative, nature-based solutions to address climate risks, support biodiversity, and foster residents’ health and wellbeing

Objectives

Objective 1

Delivering Thriving Neighbourhood Solutions 

Design, test and implement nature-based, people-centered solutions for holistic neighborhood regeneration across the nine participating cities 

Objective 2

Quantifying the Benefits

Develop a comprehensive impact framework to assess the project’s effect on community well-being and climate resilience

Objective 3

Empowering Communities

Engage local actors in the decision-making, ensuring their needs and aspirations are woven into the design process 

Objective 4

Leveraging ICT for Holistic Planning

Develop a digital twin model, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to support holistic neighbourhood regeneration

Objective 5

Replication & Knowledge Sharing

Ensure long-term impact and replication of positive outcomes in other cities in Europe and beyond