CitiesAlive Virtual 2021

CitiesAlive Virtual 2021

The rapid deployment of green roofs and walls is paramount to addressing climate change and preparing our communities for the negative extreme weather impacts which are already taking lives and costing billions in damages.

In response to the ongoing COVID 19 Pandemic, Green Roofs for Healthy Cities, Green Infrastructure Foundation, and the World Green Infrastructure Network have teamed up to bring you CitiesAlive Virtual 2021, combining outstanding world class speakers with cutting edge emerging professionals.

CitiesAlive® Virtual 2021 is a multi-disciplinary conference, bringing together the best designers, product manufacturers, researchers, and policy makers in the field of living architecture and green infrastructure. Attendees will hear from leading-edge designers, discussing their innovative approaches and newest projects. We will be highlighting progressive policies and showcasing the latest research. Join us in shaping a better, more resilient future, as we emerge stronger from COVID-19 pandemic.

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Policy Guidance: Making European Cities healthier, more resilient and beautiful

  WGIN’s European Chapter and EFB have released a new set of implementation guidelines to support the national adoption of European legislation. The document provides practical guidance on how to implement legal provisions that can accelerate the deployment of green roofs and green walls, generating multiple benefits for people, cities, and the environment, including climate resilience, increased biodiversity and enhanced urban wellbeing. They offer direction on implementing key EU legislative instruments: Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) Energy Efficiency Directive (EED) Urban Waste Water Treatment Directive (UWWTD) Nature Restoration Regulation (NRR) With scientific evidence and a set of practical steps, the document shows how effective implementation of green roofs and walls can support meeting EU obligations and climate goals. Download the full paper here.

New Award Program for Landscape Architecture

The International Federation of Landscape Architects, one of WGIN’s organizational collaboration partners, is presently launching a new award program. Nominations will be accepted until June 1st. Winners will be announced in Hong Kong at the IFLA World Congress in the last week of October, 2026. The IFLA GLA Awards celebrate the projects, policies, and people shaping a resilient future. Entry submissions here. Awards GuidelinesThe IFLA Global Landscape Architecture Awards are designed to recognize the diverse, impactful work of landscape architects worldwide. From Indigenous stewardship to high-tech climate resilience, we are elevating the voices that matter. Key Information Eligibility: Open to landscape architecture practices, individuals, and multi-disciplinary teams as well as students worldwide. Projects must be completed (or published) between Jan 2021 and June 2026. Deadlines– Early Bird: 15 April 202– Standard: 15 May 2026– Final: 1 June 2026 Fees: A Tiered Fee Structure based on the World Bank Income Groups will be used to ensure fair access for professionals in all regions. Award Categories The IFLA Awards program has significant overlap with WGIN’s World Green Infrastructure Awards, and is structured into 18 diverse categories: Climate & Environment: Climate Action, Desertification, Nature Conservation, Water Security, Energy-Efficient Design. Community & Justice: Ethics & Equity, Indigenous Knowledge, Migration & Inclusive Communities, Children & Youth, Age-Friendly Communities. Planning & Culture: Landscapes for Cities, Heritage, Food Systems, International Landscape Convention. Practice & Future: Technology & Innovation, Urban Health, Resilience and Disaster Risk Reduction, Young Landscape Architects. Those who submit nominations for the WGIN Awards are encouraged to consider also participating in the IFLA Awards program. For information or suggestions about organizational collaboration between IFLA and WGIN please contact WGIN Advisory Board Member David Brasfield.

Save the date: World Green Infrastructure Congress 2026

Join us at: World Green Infrastructure Congress BARCELONA 2026 October 27–29: CCIB – Parc del Fòrum, Barcelona (Spain) October 30: University of Lleida – Catalunya (Spain) Organized by: University of Lleida Co-organized by the World Green Infrastructure Network (WGIN). Visit WGIC26.Barcelona