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October 18 - October 24
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  • 18
    October 18, 2023

    Transforming Urban Public Space: Addressing Climate Change, Accessibility, and Social Inclusion

    16:00 -17:00
    2023-10-18

    Among the more problematic effects climate change imposes on urban planners are the challenges of creating and re-purposing public spaces that mitigate urban heat islands and alleviate threats from intense rain events and flooding while positively impacting communities.

     

    In this session, we will learn from three different projects.

     

    – The Moakley Park Vision Plan, presented by the City of Boston, transforms one of its largest waterfront open spaces from a largely single-use recreational facility into a resilient and multi-functional community park. The project includes coastal resilient infrastructure, innovative stormwater management strategies, and biodiverse planting.

    – The Avinguda del Vallès in the Barcelona Metropolitan Area; an integrated action plan fostering public transport and active mobility, reducing externalities and social segregation, and unlocking opportunities for urban regeneration.

    – Crystal City in Arlington County. The recently developed Amazon Headquarters has a ripple effect of redevelopment through a new plan that removes hard boundaries between business and the surrounding community, between built structures and nature.

     

    Experts from each project will answer questions and discuss how these solutions can be replicated in your city.

     

    Download:

    Presentation Transforming Urban Public Space – Cathy Baker-Eclipse

    Presentation Transforming Urban Public Space – Joan Caba

    Presentation Transforming Urban Public Space – Demetra McBride & Joanne Gabor

  • 19
    October 19, 2023
    No events
  • 20
    October 20, 2023
    No events
  • 21
    October 21, 2023
    No events
  • 22
    October 22, 2023
    No events
  • 23
    October 23, 2023

    IURC NA & LA Annual Event in Brussels 2023

    15:00 -20:00
    2023-10-23

    IURC North America (NA) and Latin America (LA) have organized an event in combination with the Annual IURC Global event to take place in Brussels on October 23-24th, 2023. Cities, Metropolitan Areas, and Regions participating in the IURC NA and LA geographical areas will present the highlights of their participation in the program, lessons learned, and aspirations for the future of their cooperation. Furthermore, representatives will have an opportunity to network and exchange ideas for similar challenges in sustainable urban development.

  • 24
    October 24, 2023

    IURC Final event

    All day
    2023-10-24
    IURC

    International Urban and Regional Cooperation (IURC) is set to host its Final Event on 24 October 2023. As participants from around the globe convene, the event promises a rich discourse on urban and regional development.

     

    The Committee of the Regions’ venue will see insights from high-ranking European Commission officials. The day’s core discussions will revolve around pivotal themes: the Ecological & Energy Transition, Urban & Regional Renewal, and Innovation Ecosystems & Digital Transition. Sessions will showcase global cooperative case studies, highlighting technical solutions and their political impact.

     

    Further enriching the dialogue, UN-Habitat will discuss the New Urban Agenda, and decision-makers from various cities and regions will debate geographical challenges and expectations. The event will also spotlight future collaboration opportunities, including the European Urban Initiative and the Horizon Europe Programme.

     

    Concluding with remarks from the European Parliament and the European Commission, attendees can look forward to an engaging networking lunch. Join us for a day that champions global collaboration in urban and regional progress!

     

    See the full agenda here.