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

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 Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response

What is Green Infrastructure? Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response — 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

Types of green infrastructure Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response Source: The Mersey Forest

Functions of green infrastructure Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response Source: From a list developed by The Mersey Forest

Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response Source: Natural Economy Northwest/The Mersey Forest Benefits

Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response

Rainwater capture Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response

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

Channeling rainwater Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response

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

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

Urban heat island effect Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response

Heat stress Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response

Shade for people Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response

Shade for buildings Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response

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

Cooling from water Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response

Case studies Green Infrastructure as an adaptation response

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

Manor Fields Park - Sheffield Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response — 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

Leeds City Region – Green Infrastructure Strategy Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response — 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

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

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, — Climate Change Adaptation Strategy, Malmo City — Northwest Regional Development Agency ‘Framework for Action’ 2011 — Adaptation Action Plan Guidance — For more information visit: ‐ eu.org/casestudies.php Green Infrastructure as an Adaptation Response

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