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Towards a Resilient Ecosystem - Rethinking for adding ecosystem functions

How to integrate ecosystem functions in infrastructure? RiConnect Lead Expert Roland Krebs reflects on the impacts of mobility infrastructure in urban climate, and on the possible solutions to mitigate the effects.

More Than Voids - Rethinking for Integrating the Infrastructure

Roland Krebs, RiConnect Lead Expert, shares his view on the leftover spaces around mobility infrastructure. A better integration of infrastructure can lead to the activation of surrounding spaces and an improvement of public space, adding value to formerly unoccupied areas.

How do we move? Towards a new mobility behaviour in metropolitan areas

Mobility planning has a great influence in the physical and social structure of urban areas. In this article, RiConnect Lead Expert Roland Krebs advocates for mobility planning as a trigger for metropolitan development, where favouring public transport and sustainable mobility can foster new activities.

People-friendly public realm: transforming the city towards a new model

A closer view to the public space transformations in Barcelona and its metropolitan area, which have been accelerated due to the pandemic

Strengthening brand identity of 8 URBACT cities

Find your greatness APN is supporting support 8 cities in their activities to define their brand position and to communicate their strategic brand messages. This has become even more important in the time of Covid-19 pandemics where attractions and advantages of cities needed to be presented to citizens, investors, businesses, and visitors.

Health and Urban Planning: Visualising Impact with the Healthy Cities Generator

By: Ad-hoc Expert Sofia Aivalioti

What does a holistic approach to health look like? Often, people’s replies will cover medical care, diet, and exercise - but as urban populations continue to accelerate, urban planning is increasingly recognised as a pillar of holistic health.