Dionaea-Vrtovi – known for its expertise in landscape architecture, design and construction – joins WGIN! 

Dionaea-Vrtovi – known for its expertise in landscape architecture, design and construction – joins WGIN! 

Image: www.dionaea.hr

World Green Infrastructure Network (WGIN) is delighted to welcome Dionaea-Vrtovi as our newest corporate member as of 1 December 2023.

Dionaea-Vrtovi has joined WGIN as our newest corporate member, as effective from 1 December 2023. Renowned for its expertise in landscape architecture, including designing and building residential, public, business and private gardens and parks, the company’s success is rooted in a passionate team of landscape architects, complemented by a resourceful and hardworking team in the field. 

Dionaea-vrtovi strive to infuse functionality, innovation, and creativity into every project while upholding principles of social responsibility and preserving both natural and cultural values. With a remarkable 25-year legacy, the company has left a lasting mark on the global landscape, having successfully completed over 200 projects across three continents. 

Manfred Koehler, President of the World Green Infrastructure Network, commented:   

“We are thrilled to welcome Dionaea-Vrtovi as a new corporate member of WGIN. Thanks to their expertise in landscape architecture, design and construction, Dionaea-Vrtovi will contribute with its extensive experience and innovative solutions to further promote urban green infrastructure. Together, we aim to cultivate greener, more sustainable environments that harmonize with nature and enrich the lives of communities around the world.”   

Nataša Tiška Vrsalović, CEO of Dionaea-Vrtovi and Certified Landscape Architect commented: 

“I am very excited about the opportunity for Dionaea-Vrtovi to collaborate with WGIN and continue to contribute towards the global green infrastructure movement and its sustainability goals. After decades of dedicated work and numerous design and construction projects, we are happy to share our expertise and solutions to overcoming challenges of the profession, as well as learn from others who are aiming towards the same goal. I believe that WGIN is the ideal network for reaching green infrastructure goals on the global scale.” 

Read the full press release in PDF format here.

MEDIA CONTACTS

Luigi Petito   
Head of Secretariat  
World Green Infrastructure Network – EU Chapter  
luigi.petito@wgin.org 

Dionaea-vrtovi
dionaea@dionaea.hr

ABOUT WGIN

The World Green Infrastructure Network (WGIN) is a collaborative global network promoting the integration of green infrastructure in urban planning. Since 2009, WGIN has expanded to represent 22 National Associations and has held 10 World Green Infrastructure Congresses. WGIN has established supportive working research committees and has an active board of directors representing 11 nations. In 2019, WGIN set up a European Chapter to raise awareness among EU policymakers about the multiple benefits of green infrastructure. Our motto is “vegetation makes it possible.”

Follow us on our social channels.

Follow us on the channel that best suits you to receive our latest updates!

Twitter Facebook-f Linkedin Youtube
NEW

LATEST POSTS

BROWSE ALL

Resilience by design? Future-proofing urban environments through green roofs

We are happy to present the WGIN European Chapter latest White Paper, which explores the numerous benefits of green roofs as part of sustainable urban green infrastructure. This document provides an in-depth overview of the benefits of green infrastructure solutions, featuring real case studies that highlight their positive environmental, social and economic impacts. It also outlines the crucial role the European Union has been playing and can continue to play in supporting the widespread adoption of these solutions through effective policies and robust regulatory frameworks. Luigi Petito, Head of Secretariat of WGIN European Chapter: “We are pleased to have access to a powerful new paper highlighting the broad benefits of urban green infrastructure. This will be especially valuable for our ongoing work on the follow-up to the European Water Resilience Strategy and the forthcoming European Climate Adaptation Plan”. Explore the full White Paper here.

WGIN Elects new President and Vice – President | Press Release

June 20, 2025: Brussels – The World Green Infrastructure Network (WGIN) is pleased to announce that Steven W. Peck, GRP, GRIMP, Honorary ASLA, founder and president of Green Roofs for Healthy Cities (North America), has been elected as President of WGIN for a two-year term. Professor Marta Weber Siwirska, president of the Polish Green Roof Association was elected as the new Vice President. Professor Manfred Köhler, who has provided outstanding leadership in advancing green infrastructure across the globe as the President of WGIN will now serve as Past President for a two year term.  “Over the years, WGIN’s leader have worked to promote urban green infrastructure solutions thanks to the inspiring leadership and the huge knowledge of Professor Manfred Köhler. He helped the World Green Infrastructure Network to lay the foundation for where we stand today. As we look to the future, I am excited to work with Marta Weber-Siwirska and my new colleagues to continue the mission of rapidly deploying green roofs, walls and other forms of green infrastructure in cities worldwide”. Said Steven W. Peck, in reflecting on this important milestone in WGIN’s development. In addition to the new President, WGIN is proud to welcome several new members to its Advisory Board. Read here the full Press Release.

European Green Infrastructure Day 2025

European Green Infrastructure Day (EGIDay) is the Brussels based policy conference dedicated to exchange views on the state of affairs of urban green infrastructure in the EU and how to unlock their multiple benefits, for citizens, businesses and the environment. The fourth edition of the EGIDay took place on the 24th of April 2025. The event gathered in person EU policymakers, urban green infrastructure experts, local authorities and NGOs to discuss how to turn European cities from grey to green, contributing to climate adaptation and water resilience of Europe’s urban areas.  Speakers: Moderated by Luigi Petito, Head of European Chapter Secretariat, World Green Infrastructure Network Humberto Delgado Rosa, Director for Biodiversity, DG Environment Jutta Paulus, Member of the European Parliament, Group of the Greens/EFA Emily Bankert, Researcher, Buildings Performance Institute Europe Sirpa Pietikäinen, Member of the European Parliament, Group of the European People’s Party Jure Šumi, President of Management Committee & Member of Advisory Board, World Green Infrastructure Network Read the event report Take a look at the photos Download the full programme