Paris's rewilded railway line: the disused track turned into a green space for wildlife and walkersThe Petite Ceinture transforms neglected railway segments into green spaces in Paris, offering natural retreats near the busy Boulevard Peripherique.
fromTravel + Leisure1 month agoThis Is the No. 1 Global City for Green Spaces, Parks, and GardensTokyo is recognized for having the most green spaces among major cities, offering a perfect blend of urban life and nature.
St. Vartan Park has a new ADA-compliant garden pathway and entranceSt. Vartan Park has improved accessibility through new entrances and pathways, enhancing the experience for visitors with disabilities.
'Tiny Forests' Are Taking Off In Cities Everywhere - But Can They Thrive?One in three people in England lack access to nature-rich spaces; Miyawaki-style tiny forests are a solution for urban nature restoration.
Is Digital Detoxing the Hot New Real Estate Feature?Growing awareness of digital overload has fueled interest in digital detoxes and tech-free spaces like the Grow Room in Brooklyn's 505 State Street.
Measure Y: Raises Berkeley's existing parks taxMeasure Y seeks a 20% increase in parks tax to fund essential projects in Berkeley.The tax increase aims to generate an additional $3.8 million annually for local parks.
San Jose secures federal grant to help build park in historic industrial areaSan Jose receives a $4.5 million federal grant to develop a new park, enhancing green space in an underserved area.
Iconic NYC garden that Robert De Niro, celebs rallied to save slapped with eviction notice and told it has 14 days to pack upThe Elizabeth Street Garden faces eviction for housing development despite public outcry, highlighting tensions between urban green spaces and housing needs.
Talk: Reimagining San Francisco's Green Spaces (Cal Academy of Sciences)Urban green spaces are essential for thriving cities and community well-being.
Iconic NYC garden that Robert De Niro, celebs rallied to save slapped with eviction notice and told it has 14 days to pack upThe Elizabeth Street Garden faces eviction for housing development despite public outcry, highlighting tensions between urban green spaces and housing needs.
Talk: Reimagining San Francisco's Green Spaces (Cal Academy of Sciences)Urban green spaces are essential for thriving cities and community well-being.
London's Once-Tidy Green Spaces Are Going Wild, On PurposeLondon's parks are embracing a rewilding movement, transforming from manicured spaces to diverse wildlife habitats in response to climate challenges.
NBK Parks launches "Rewild North Brooklyn" campaign at 2024 gala, announces two landscape firms as 2024 honoreesField Operations and Alive Structures enhance North Brooklyn's green spaces through innovative designs focused on ecology and community engagement.
Planting Some Tree Species May Worsen, Not Improve, NYC Air, Says New StudyPlanting trees in NYC can increase ozone levels due to isoprene emissions, impacting air quality and respiratory health.