In the heart of Marseille, a 6000 m² urban oasis where nothing is wasted and everyone contributes. Volunteers become co-researchers, urine becomes fertiliser, waste becomes compost, and data becomes a public good. The Tiers-Lab des Transitions is circular by nature, scientifically measuring urban heat, biodiversity and air quality, and sharing every tool freely so any community in Europe can do the same.
Zaragoza is transforming schoolyards into vibrant, green urban oases! "Adapt your schoolyard" turns grey concrete into climate-resilient havens. By merging nature-based solutions with co-design from students and families, we create cool, healthy shelters against extreme heat. This pioneering model blends sustainability, social inclusion, and beauty, turning every playground into a living classroom. From 2 pilots to 72 schools, we are building a healthier future for our children.
La Marjal Floodable Park in Alicante, Spain, merges ecological resilience with urban beauty. Designed to absorb stormwater through natural wetland systems, it transforms flood risk into a vibrant public landscape. Native vegetation, biodiversity corridors, and accessible pathways create an inclusive green space where sustainability meets community life. A pioneering example of regenerative urban design, it embodies the New European Bauhaus values: beautiful, sustainable, and together.
The Mihai Eminescu Trust has implemented the first nature-based wastewater system in rural Romania, in the UNESCO heritage village of Viscri. Through constructed ponds and natural filtration by aerobic and anaerobic bacteria, the system protects groundwater, preserves historic buildings, and ensures public health. The integrated, transdisciplinary approach and community-led maintenance support long-term water resilience and provide a replicable, cost-effective model for small communities.
