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Ever wondered how green our urban spaces really are? ?? Atlas' "Count Features in Surface" analysis is here to help. With this analysis, you can count the number of parks within any urban area. Want to know how many trees are in that space too? Easy. This isn't just about numbers. It's about understanding green coverage, improving urban planning, and boosting environmental health ??

It's an exciting time to be involved in urban planning. Together, we're building the cities of the future, today. #UrbanPlanning #Sustainability #SmartCities #InclusiveDesign #ClimateResilience

??A study by the University of Surrey reveals that botanical gardens, parks, and wetlands can reduce city temperatures by up to 5°C during heatwaves, offering significant cooling effects alongside environmental benefits like carbon emission reduction and flood prevention. ??This analysis underscores the importance of integrating green spaces and waterways into urban planning to mitigate heat and enhance urban sustainability. ??Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/eBwKj_Uh

?? Incorporating Climate Change in Urban Planning with Our City Plans ??? Our City Plans provides comprehensive tools for integrating climate change considerations into urban planning. Check out how cities can leverage Our City Plans to build eco-friendly and adaptable urban environments in our latest news article https://lnkd.in/dQMGws7A #ClimateChange #OurCityPlans #UrbanPlanning

As Vancouver continues to set benchmarks in sustainability and urban greening, our latest blog post offers a comprehensive look into how our city is transforming its abundant rainfall into an asset for ecological and urban resilience. ?????? Read here: https://lnkd.in/gUeAqcQh #Sustainability #UrbanGreening #VancouverInnovation

?? TIME AND DATE UPDATE ?? *Monday, April 22nd from 3:00PM to 4:00PM* Join us on Earth Day for a thought-provoking webinar, "Taking Charge: Engineering, Environment, and Government Solutions for LA's Housing Crisis and Climate Change." This virtual gathering will bring together distinguished experts in sustainability, climate change, and government policy to explore innovative strategies and collaborative efforts aimed at addressing pressing challenges in Los Angeles. Agenda Highlights: Green Building: Discover sustainable building practices shaping the future of urban development in LA. Sustainable Development: Uncover successful initiatives promoting sustainability and resilience in communities. Transportation and Climate Change: Explore the intersection of transportation systems and climate action. Urban Planning: Understand the role of urban planning in creating climate-resilient and livable cities. Policy, Regulations, and Funding: Delve into the governmental landscape driving climate-resilient projects. Please contact our Government Affairs Co-Chairs, Arman Yazdekhasti and Maryn Santiago, if you have any questions! Register Here: https://lnkd.in/grimwzy3 ASCE Los Angeles Section ASCE Younger Members ASCE Metropolitan Los Angeles Branch #EarthDay?#GovernmentAffairs?#ClimateChange?#ThisIsASCE?#ASCEmademe?#LAYMF?#HousingCrisis?#GovernmentSolutions?#Environment?#PublicPolicy?#Webinar?#Sustainability

??Reimagine our City! ????“You don’t motivate with fear. You motivate with hope.” ??This month’s Let’s Build workshop brought together professionals across the built environment to talk about climate change. Here are some headlines: - ??Valentina Galmozzi called for more green spaces and porous materials in our concrete jungles, not only for flood mitigation but also as a necessary cooling mechanism. - ??Antoinette Yetunde Oni argued that architecture and nature should be working together instead of competing with each other – showing us how it can be done through regenerative design and material innovation. - ??Pareisse Wilson reminded us that inclusive design is not just about creating accessible spaces for people, but it’s also a key consideration to prevent costly and wasteful retrofit later down the line. - ??Kossy Nnachetta gave us five reasons for hope, including the increasingly tenacious clients fighting for sustainable design in their projects. “Persuadable Conservation Officers” was a good one too! - ???Chiara Cozzolino spoke on overheating and the associated health risks, emphasising that adaptive design across residential, commercial and public spaces is essential. - ??Oluwafunmbi Adeagbo shared case studies of coastal erosion from Nigeria, highlighting our responsibility to learn from global best practice and mistakes. ??Who is inspiring change in your industry? Join us at?Let's Build?for the next event on October 10th to hear more on climate change and the built environment!

Explore the ingenious solutions implemented by Danish cities to defy the challenges of urban flooding. From cutting-edge architectural designs to innovative urban planning, this blog takes you on a journey through the strategies that keep Danish cities resilient against rising waters. Discover how these cities not only adapt to climate change but also transform potential threats into opportunities for sustainable urban living. To read more: https://dk.world/3Om2zLR

The concept of the 15-minute city aims to reshape urban landscapes. Many mixed-use developments draw inspiration from principles of walkability and connectivity, while initiatives geared towards wellness and resident-centric approaches pave the way for reimagining communities. As cities strive to further improve their downtown neighborhoods for future generations, the idea of what that looks like continues to evolve. https://lnkd.in/e3-UtNen

We have launched a Heritage Buildings Retrofit Toolkit for owners of heritage buildings to initiate the adaptations necessary to reduce carbon emissions and build climate resilience, a key priority of the City Corporation’s Climate Action Strategy, as we progress toward a net-zero Square Mile by 2040. With more than 600 listed buildings, 28 conservation areas, 48 scheduled ancient monuments and four historic parks and gardens, the Square Mile’s heritage structures pose a significant retrofit challenge, given the diverse range of buildings and their specific planning and conservation considerations. The open-access toolkit provides a nine-step methodology to enable building owners to confidently start the process of responsible retrofit, to build a business case and deliver the necessary adaptations, in a way that protects these important community assets. Whilst this toolkit draws on the historic environment of the Square Mile, referencing structures that are most significant to the City’s unique character, it is equally relevant to towns and cities in the UK and around the world who are exploring how to adapt their historic buildings for a sustainable future. https://lnkd.in/e7t85ASQ