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The Greece & Cyprus Case Studies Factsheets, prepared within the Active RoofTops South Europe (aRTes) project, showcase inspiring rooftop interventions from the Eastern Mediterranean, highlighting the significant potential of existing rooftops to support climate resilience and sustainable urban development. The publication presents a selection of case studies including green roofs, school retrofits and hybrid rooftop

The Spain Case Studies Factsheets, developed within the Active RoofTops South Europe (aRTes) project, present a diverse collection of rooftop interventions demonstrating the potential of rooftops to support more sustainable, resilient and liveable cities. Featuring examples such as green hotels, productive rooftop orchards, residential rooftop gardens and biodiversity-focused developments, the publication highlights practical approaches that

The Portugal Case Studies Factsheets present innovative examples of rooftop transformation developed within the Active RoofTops South Europe (aRTes) project demonstrates how rooftops can become multifunctional environments that combine green infrastructure, renewable energy, education and climate resilience. The featured projects illustrate how accessible rooftops can function as green campuses, living laboratories and public learning environments

The Italy Case Studies Factsheets, developed within the Active RoofTops South Europe (aRTes) project, showcase inspiring examples of rooftop regeneration that combine biodiversity, recreation, cultural heritage and urban innovation. From iconic industrial heritage sites transformed into biodiversity parks to green workplace environments and multifunctional public spaces, the publication highlights how rooftops can become valuable urban

The Active RoofTops South Europe (aRTes) project has released the France Case Studies Factsheets, a publication presenting inspiring examples of rooftop transformation across France. The factsheets demonstrate how underutilised rooftops can evolve into productive, ecological and multifunctional urban spaces that contribute to more resilient and sustainable cities. The featured case studies showcase a variety of

We are pleased to share the June 2026 issue of the SURF Biannual Newsletter, featuring recent highlights from the Society and Urban Form (SURF) Research Lab at the University of Cyprus. In this issue, you can explore highlights from Active RoofTops South Europe (aRTes), TWIN2EXPAND, InPlaLabs, PS-U-GO, and Streets for Citizens Project, alongside updates on

We are pleased to share the October 2025 issue of the SURF Biannual Newsletter, featuring recent highlights from the Society and Urban Form (SURF) Research Lab at the University of Cyprus. This edition showcases the Lab’s ongoing engagement in European research projects such as MAKINGSPACE, U-CARE, TWIN2EXPAND, InPlaLabs, PS-U-GO, and KAEBUP, as well as participatory

Join our #course in September! In-person (Athens + Nicosia) or online. Open to #postgraduatestudents and #practitioners 👉 fill out the google form to receive more info and keep updated: https://lnkd.in/eDHXWqB6 Course highlights: – innovative and flexible online or in-person learning format – seminars and workshops by international experts – real-world case studies and practical applications

🔎  PS-U-GO (www.psugo.eu, https://bit.ly/3SFcm1C) was presented at the 36th AESOP Annual Congress 2024, held at Sciences Po, from July 8th to 12th, in Paris, by Michalis Psaras, researcher at Society and Urban Form (SURF) Research Lab, University of Cyprus. ✍️ Titled “Transdisciplinary Education in Living Labs: Participatory Skills for Sustainable Urban Governance,” the presentation outlined

🌿Citizens and Stakeholders Participation for the Strategic Planning of the Pedieos River: Collaborative Steps Towards Sustainable Development Are you interested in how stakeholder participation can lead to more effective and equitable outcomes in sustainable urban development by incorporating diverse perspectives and expertise into decision-making processes? Recognizing the importance of citizen participation in urban planning, an