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As part of LIFE PACT project, the initiatives in Leuven's neighbourhoods address urban challenges through nature-based solutions (NBS). It involves citizens in co-creating green spaces, promoting collaboration and implementing local measures to increase resilience and improve well-being.
The city of Leuven has almost 30% of its territory covered by impermeable surfaces, contributing to adverse effects such as rapid rainwater runoff and the exacerbation of the urban heat island effect. The resultant impacts include compromised groundwater levels and an overall reduction in the quality of life for both residents and wildlife. In response, the city has intensified its commitment to climate-adaptive actions through nature-based solutions (NBS). Key challenges in this regard included a lack of citizen buy-in, conflicts with other urban needs such as space for cars, a fragmented, non-integrated approach across city departments, and inadequate data on the private urban green stock.
In 2021, Leuven launched the LIFE PACT project to increase the city's resilience against climate change, aiming for a sustainable and livable urban environment. A key part of this project is acting in neighbourhoods, involving engaging residents in the development and implementation of Nature-Based Solutions (NBS). This includes softening and greening of streets, pavements, driveways, and gardens. In general, the projects aim to transform regular streets into pedestrian-centric ones,…
The LIFE PACT project developed a strategy encompassing three core objectives:
Citizens actively participate in shaping the initiative through surveys, informational events and workshops. This collaborative engagement extends to the implementation phase, with residents and a contractor contributing to the greening of public and private spaces. Moreover, residents have the opportunity to contribute in measurements and sensor placements, providing insights for ongoing evaluations.
