Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response

1. Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response [Presenters name] [Meeting name] [Date]

2. Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response Presentation contents Introduction to green infrastructure Functions and benefits of green infrastructure How green infrastructure supports increased resilience Case study examples of green infrastructure strategy and practical applications

3. How developments and buildings can be adapted so that they are resilient to climate change and extreme weather Other training modules in the series Statutory drivers for adaptation Making the business case for adaptation Green Infrastructure as an adaptation response How developments and buildings can be adapted so that they are resilient to climate change and extreme weather Addressing weather and climate risks through neighbourhood planning Achieving resilience to climate risks through local plans and supplementary planning guidance

4. Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response What is Green Infrastructure? A network of natural environmental components Green and blue multi-functional spaces, both urban and rural Delivering a wide range of environmental and quality of life benefits for local communities

5. Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response Types of green infrastructure

6. Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response Functions of green infrastructure

7. Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response Benefits

8. Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response

9. Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response Rainwater capture

10. Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response Allows rainwater to soak into the ground

11. Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response Channeling rainwater

12. Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response Temporary or permanent storage of rainwater

13. Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response Areas where rivers can naturally flood

14. Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response Urban heat island effect

15. Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response Heat stress

16. Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response Shade for people

17. Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response Shade for buildings

18. Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response Shade for buildings – green roofs

19. Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response Cooling from water

20. Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response Case studies

21. Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response Capturing and re-using rainwater for irrigation

22. Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response Manor Fields Park - Sheffield Developed in consultation with the community Used existing site character as basis for design Play area, wild space, planting, pathways Introduction of sustainable urban drainage Performed well during 2007 floods

23. Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response Leeds City Region – Green Infrastructure Strategy Maps existing aspects of the natural environment and enhancements to increase benefits Investment programme to minimise effect of new development Interventions to reduce risks from climate impacts e.g. urban greening Enhance derelict sites to improve environmental quality and attract investment

24. Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response Vegetation management strategies – Network Rail Phased management strategy Removal of high water demand species Replanting of less demanding species Innovation enhances sustainable travel Improved service level for Network Rail

25. Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response Green and Blue Space Adaptation for Urban Areas and Eco Towns (GRaBs) The GRaBs project is a network of leading pan – European organisations with the aim of sharing best practice on climate change adaptation, best practice includes: Southampton, Low Carbon City Strategy, 2011-2020 Climate Change Adaptation Strategy, Malmo City Northwest Regional Development Agency ‘Framework for Action’ 2011 Adaptation Action Plan Guidance For more information visit: http://www.grabs‐eu.org/casestudies.php

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