Folder: Innovative nature based solutions for greening cities

Densely built-up areas, the associated soil sealing and a lack of green spaces are enormous challenges in times of climate change. The folder shows a variety of ways in which innovative greening technologies can help cities adapt to climate change.

Publisher: BMK (2020)

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The Federal Ministry for Climate Action, Environment, Energy, Mobility, Innovation and Technology (BMK) supports the implementation of innovations for the liveable and climate-neutral city of the future with "City of the Future" through applied research, new technologies and technological system combinations as well as innovative services.

Densely built-up areas, the associated soil sealing and limited green spaces are enormous challenges in times of climate change. This brochure shows a variety of ways in which innovative greening technologies can help cities adapt to climate change.

Drawing: Innovative nature based solutions for greening cities (© Robert Six rb6)

Innovative greening technologies

... provide cooling and reduce urban heat islands
... store water and enable extensive and natural water management during heavy rainfall events
... offer the possibility of using grey water
... have an insulating effect and reduce cooling and heating energy requirements
... offer synergy effects for energy-saving measures
... enable sustainable energy management
... reduce dust and noise pollution
... increase quality of life, biodiversity and well-being in cities

The brochure is available as a bilingual print version at relevant events.

Folder: Innovative nature based solutions for greening cities

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