Stakeholders’ Involvement in Shaping Lorca’s Future: The NatUR-W participatory and co-design process for Urban Park and the Old Prison
Implementing Nature-based Solutions (NbS) will focus on three key areas. First, several public buildings in the area will be renovated with green walls, incorporating an innovative insulation system known as the Green Thermo Wall. Second, the nearby public green space currently abandoned and not accessible, will be renovated and transformed into an urban forest, serving as a […]
Reviving Barrios Altos: A New Vision for Lorca
Do you face challenges with disconnected communities, poor housing conditions or limited access to green spaces? Lorca, Spain, is tackling these issues head-on with the NatUR-W project, bringing hope to the Barrios Altos neighbourhood. By integrating nature-based solutions (NbS), the project is addressing social and climate challenges and transforming the area into an inclusive, resilient, […]
Introducing the NatUR-W Transfer ID Card!
We are pleased to share the new Transfer ID Card of the NatUR-W project, a key communication tool that presents our project’s key goals, activities, and expected outcomes. Designed to support outreach and engagement, the Transfer ID Card is a useful tool for anyone interested in understanding and sharing the NatUR-W approach to improve cities […]
NatUR-W at PARJAP Marbella 2025 – Finalist in the Best Poster Award!
We are proud to share that NatUR-W was selected as one of the four finalists for the Best Poster Award at PARJAP Marbella 2025, held from 07-09 May, organized by the Asociación Española de Parques y Jardines Públicos. Over the three-day congress, the entrance hall was transformed into a space full of creativity and innovation, […]
Celebrating Europe Day in the Aranda de Duero City Council!
On May 7th, the city of Aranda de Duero came together to celebrate Europe Day with an inspiring evening event at Ribering – Coworking, Coliving, Incubación y Eventos con Impacto en la Ribera del Duero. The event spotlighted youth engagement, sustainability, and the power of European cooperation in shaping a greener and more inclusive future. […]
IUCN Global Standard for NbS Workshop
The energy was truly inspiring at our recent IUCN Global Standard for Nature-based Solutions (NbS) workshop, where 17 dedicated professionals from Ireland, Spain, Italy, and Greece came together to explore the transformative potential of nature in urban environments. Over three immersive days, from February 26th to 28th, participants deepened their understanding of the IUCN Standard’s […]
1st Opening Site Visit of the NatUR-W
The two-day 1st Opening Site Visit of the NatUR-W Project took place in Lorca on 26-27 February 2025, featuring discussions, exploration, and collaboration. 1st day Participants had the opportunity to visit the project area, Barrios Altos, and explore the Nature-Based Solutions (NbS) implemented under NatUR-W, focusing on three key actions: The first day focused on […]
4th Stakeholders Board Meeting
The 4th Stakeholders Meeting of the NatUR-W project took place on February 25, 2025, bringing together 18 members of the project’s stakeholders’ board. Participants included presidents of neighborhood associations, representatives appointed by the plenary, and members from key organizations such as the Chamber of Commerce, Lorca for its Heritage, Lorca Biciudad Association, the Irrigation Community, […]
NatUR-W at Murcia Info Day
On January 27, 2025, the Municipal Council of Lorca City participated in the Murcia Info Day, where they presented the NatUR-W project as a successful case under the European Urban Initiative (EUI). During the event, Lorca City representatives highlighted the project’s achievements in implementing nature-based solutions (NbS) for sustainable water management and urban resilience. The […]
NatUR-W at CONAMA 2024!
We’re excited to share that our partner, SingularGreen, represented the NatUR-W project at the National Environmental Congress (CONAMA2024) in Madrid on December 2, 2024. CONAMA organized by Fundación Conama, is Spain’s premier event for promoting sustainability and environmental action, bringing together experts, organizations, and stakeholders to explore innovative solutions for pressing environmental challenges. At the […]