URBACT Good Practices

Transversal governance model empowering citizens for local green transition

Bringing city centre back to the residents by creating green, open spaces 

Promoting cycling as a means of commuting in the city 

Coordinating effective, small-scale natural water retention measures 

Encouraging climate friendly decisions in housing, renovating and construction.

A sustainable initiative for a territorial agri-food policy

Appointing community representatives amongst the residents of the target area Edgbaston Reservoir, to become permanent ambassadors, communicating with the City Council, and understanding their challenges – enabling Birmingham in this way to rebuild trust

Collaborative creation of sustainable urban development strategy  

Active management of internationalization in a medium sized university city in order to remain the vibrant local hub in the global knowledge economy