Workshops
Workshops
* We are RE-OPENING this call for one-day workshops around practical Green and Blue Infrastructure. *
Deadline for applications 6th Feb 2025. To apply
CLICK HERE
We have funded 12 workshops via this funding call for one-day workshops organised around practical Green and Blue Infrastructure.
To view our ‘Workshops’ to date with blogs and photos, scroll down below.
Trees Design and Action Group
Bristol Natural History Consortium
HABITAT Project
University of Plymouth
Birmingham City University
Bangor University
Greener Ipswich
Heriot Watt University
University of the West of England
Sustainability Research Institute, UEL
University of Surrey
London South Bank University
WORKSHOPS
Creating Climate Resilient Urban Treescapes
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DATE : 24th April 2023
VENUE: Birmingham City University
RECLAIM Network Plus funded a day long workshop organised by Trees and Design Action Group (TDAG), University of Birmingham and Myerscough College to discuss and build knowledge around the importance of trees to our climate.
For a blog on this event CLICK HERE
For a PR article on this event CLICK HERE
2. RECLAIM Mini-Conference
DATE: 14th June 2023
VENUE: Sparks Bristol
RECLAIM Network Plus funded a RECLAIM Mini Conference organised by the Natural History Consortium (BNHC) as part of their Festival of Nature .
For a blog on this event CLICK HERE
3. HABITAT
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DATE: 11th September 2023
VENUE: University of Surrey
As part of the RECLAIM Network Plus Conference the network funded a HABITAT workshop organised by Surrey Hills Arts . The HABITAT project focuses on creatively greening urban areas with sculptural habitats.
For more info on the HABITAT project CLICK HERE
4. What has Green & Blue Infrastructure ever done for us?
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DATE: 6th October 2023
VENUE: University of Plymouth
RECLAIM Network Plus funded this workshop organised and hosted by the University of Plymouth to bring together a multi-disciplinary and cross-sectorial working group to share knowledge and expertise on how GBGI can integrate natural and human capital to assess a suite of wellbeing benefits to people which included a visit to the UK’s largest living sea wall.
For a blog on this event CLICK HERE
5. Reclaiming the Canals
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DATE: 13th October 2023
VENUE: Birmingham City University
RECLAIM Network Plus funded this workshop to understand the value and significance of the canal and canalsides’ green-blue-grey infrastructure of the Digbeth Branch Canal and Grand Union Canal in Digbeth, Birmingham.
For a blog on this event CLICK HERE
6. The Value of Green Space for Heath and Well-being
DATE: 26th February 2024
VENUE: Bangor University
RECLAIM Network Plus funded this workshop to build on insights gained in a previous RECLAIM project that addressed trees and wildflower meadows in the deprived coastal town of Rhyl, North Wales.
For a blog on this event CLICK HERE
7. Greener Greener Ipswich Oasis Project: A Pathway to Urban Regeneration
DATE: 16th May 2024
VENUE: Ipswich
RECLAIM Network Plus funded this workshop with the aim to explore the built form of Ipswich's urban landscape and its impact on climate and biodiversity resilience. Including an Urban Climate Walking Tour & Challenge Lab.
For a blog on this event CLICK HERE!
8. Maintenance and Resilience of Green Infrastructure
DATE: 23rd May 2024
VENUE: Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
RECLAIM Network Plus funded this workshop focusing on the maintenance and upkeep of green infrastructure . The overarching aim of the workshop was to encourage thinking and facilitate discussion on the critical aspect of maintenance within green infrastructure.
For a blog on this event CLICK HERE
9. Local data collection on health and the built environment
Learning from Bristol’s Quality of Life Survey
DATE: 13th June 2024
VENUE: Arnolfini Centre, Bristol
RECLAIM Network Plus funded this workshop with the aim of discussing the value of local survey data for both academic and service work. In attendance were a wide range of Local Authorities (LAs) and other organisations such as the West of England Combined Authority and Forest of Avon Trust.
For a blog on this event CLICK HERE!
10. Transforming Cities with Green Spaces
DATE: 1st July 2024
VENUE: Sustainability Research Institute, University of East London
RECLAIM Network Plus funded this workshop to provide a capitivating experience focused on maintaining, preserving, and promoting green spaces in cities, particularly domestic gardens. Consisting of various interactive activities and insightful sessions designed to deepen our understanding of the multifaceted benefits of green spaces.
For a blog on this event CLICK HERE
11. Adapting Hybrid Green-Blue-Grey Infrastructure (GBGI) Approaches for Better Wastewater Processing
DATE: 27th June 2024
VENUE: University of Surrey
RECLAIM Network Plus funded this workshop focusing on integrating green, blue, and grey infrastructures for better wastewater processing and management to enhance sustainability, protect ecosystems, reduce energy consumption, and achieve the water industry's carbon net-zero target.
For a blog on this event CLICK HERE!
12. Building a Net-Zero Future
DATE: 21st October 2024
VENUE: Village Hotel Club, Nottingham
RECLAIM Network Plus funded this workshop focused on co-designing energy-positive neighbourhoods jointly organised by London South Bank University (LSBU), University of Surrey, Loughborough University, University of Nottingham, the Chetwynd Community Interest Company (CIC) this event brought together diverse stakeholders to tackle sustainability challenges collaboratively.
For a blog on this event CLICK HERE
