The goal of this targeted analysis project is to develop a standardised methodology to measure green infrastructure demand at the local level, facilitating data-driven urban planning and policy decisions. The analysis will provide evidence-based tools to help municipalities justify investments in green infrastructure that align with EU policies, such as the Biodiversity Strategy 2030 and Nature Restoration Law, and support funding applications for climate adaptation and sustainability projects. The project is structured into five key tasks:

• Developing a methodological framework for quantifying green infrastructure demand.
• Baseline analysis and data collection in participating territories.
• Method development, including stakeholder engagement and data modeling.
• Pilot case studies in selected urban areas to test the methodology.
• Creating a user manual to support implementation and policy integration.

Expected Results

The study is expected to produce quantitative and qualitative tools for urban municipalities to support climate adaptation, biodiversity enhancement and urban planning, including:

• A standardised methodology for quantifying green infrastructure demand at the local level.
• Case study reports from multiple cities to refine and validate the methodology.
• A user manual for policymakers guiding them in implementing the methodology.
• Digital tools, including maps, dashboards and infographics integrated into the ESPON Portal.
• Policy recommendations to support the use of green infrastructure in urban development.

Stakeholders

• Ministry of Development, Public Works, and Administration (RO)
• Nuovo Circondario Imolese (IT)
• City of Tampere (FI)
• Ministry of Physical Planning, Construction and State Assets (HR)
• Ministry of Development Funds and Regional Policy (PO)
• City of Roeselare (BE)

The project is supported by the Urban Agenda’s Greening Cities Partnership, with input from DG REGIO, DG ENV and Eurocities to ensure EU-wide applicability.

Service Providers

• Tecnalia (ES);
• European Forest Institute;
• Institute for Urban Excellence (iUE)

Contact

Gavin Daly (Research & Policy Manager); 
Laura Dimitriu (Financial & Budget Manager)