On 8–9 May 2025, the GreenScape CE project partners gathered in Milan (Italy) for their Fourth Partner Meeting, hosted by Ambiente Italia. The two-day gathering offered an opportunity to assess progress, align efforts across work packages, and prepare for the final implementation phase focused on climate-proofing urban landscapes through nature-based solutions (NBS) and green infrastructure (GI).
Site Visits: Green Roofs and Community Integration
The meeting began with field visits to two key NBS locations in Milan:
- The social housing green roofs at Via Russoli 18
- The community terraces of Villaggio Barona on Via Ettore Ponti
These examples provided valuable insight into how Milan is integrating green infrastructure into residential areas, combining ecological restoration with social and economic value.
Aligning Priorities Across Work Packages
Day 1 also included:
- Management updates by REGEA, the Lead Partner;
- A communication session by ALDA+, highlighting engagement metrics, content planning, and next steps for pilot visibility;
- A review of Work Package 1 (Sowing the Seeds), including deliverable progress and pilot action integration discussions.
Partners worked collaboratively to define contributions for upcoming deliverables and finalise preparations for WP1 reporting and capitalisation.
Sharing Results and Planning Ahead
Day 2 focused on thematic sessions from Work Package 2 (Bringing About Change) and Work Package 3 (Reaping the Benefits):
- Updates on pilot city feasibility studies, financing models, and technical documentation
- Overview of the promotional campaign and success story video planning
- Position paper and replication strategy updates led by ETIFOR and ALDA+
- Discussions on landscape connectivity, matchmaking, and network expansion for the final phase
The meeting concluded with planning for the GreenScape CE final event and discussion on communication and capitalisation tools to ensure project impact beyond 2026.
Acknowledgements
Special thanks to Ambiente Italia for hosting and guiding the on-site visits. The exchange of experiences and practical insights in Milan laid the groundwork for the final stretch of the project, as partners continue turning grey into green across Central Europe.
To follow our progress and learn more about the project’s results, visit the GreenScape CE website here!