The Nature of Housing - biodiversity and climate adaptation in public, cooperative, and social housing

Housing Europe

The event titled "The Nature of Housing - biodiversity and climate adaptation in public, cooperative, and social housing," organized by Housing Europe, aims to explore the integration of housing with nature while addressing climate change and promoting social equity. It focuses on the challenges of building affordable housing that coexists with biodiversity and key ecosystem services. Key topics include the Garden City movement, the New European Bauhaus initiative, and strategies for brownfield development that enhance biodiversity. The conference will feature discussions with EU decision-makers, urban experts, and social housing providers, emphasizing sustainable urban development. An excursion to the Garden City of Hilversum will provide a practical example of green and affordable housing. The conference seeks to contribute to the debate on ensuring that people have access to affordable homes that are resilient to climate change and surrounded by rich biodiversity, while also addressing the broader housing crisis and minimizing CO2 emissions in the sector.