As part of the World Urban Parks Symposium 2026, we’re sharing this presentation by Asst. Prof. Dr. Özgün Arın of Istanbul Okan University, exploring how everyday coastal life shapes public identity and living heritage. Through three waterfront areas in Istanbul—Kalamış–Fenerbahçe, Maltepe Orhangazi Urban Park and Bostancı—the presentation examines how recreation, maritime transport and shared routines...
As part of the World Urban Parks Symposium 2026, we’re sharing this presentation by Carl McClean, exploring how the Green Flag Award connects international standards with local priorities to support better parks and green spaces. The presentation introduces the programme’s assessment framework and annual review process, highlighting how constructive feedback can guide improvements in maintenance,...
As part of the World Urban Parks Symposium 2026, we’re sharing this presentation by Dr. Yusuf Evren Doğan, exploring how measurable plant quality can support better procurement and long-term park management. The presentation introduces QPlantScore, an approach that combines plant measurements with criteria weighted by experts to make quality assessments more comparable and transparent. It...
As part of the World Urban Parks Symposium 2026, we’re sharing this keynote presentation by Richard O’Byrne, exploring why protecting and expanding urban parks requires continued advocacy and collective action. The presentation reflects on the origins of public parks and examines seven challenges shaping their future, including population growth, competition for land, inequality, climate change,...
Since 2019, the Huesca City Council has been driving a shift in the management of urban green infrastructure, with initiatives aimed at increasing biodiversity and incorporating ecological criteria into public spaces.
As part of the World Urban Parks Symposium 2026, we’re sharing this presentation by Eric Tamulonis and Bishop Ngobeli, exploring how ambitious park projects are reshaping cities around the world. Through international examples, the presentation examines the transformation of former airports, industrial sites and infrastructure corridors into public landscapes. It considers their potential to support...
As part of the World Urban Parks Symposium 2026, we’re sharing this presentation by Charles Neer, exploring the transformation of FDR Park in Philadelphia through ecological restoration and expanded opportunities for recreation. The presentation introduces a phased plan that combines accessible play spaces, a welcome centre and sports facilities with tidal wetlands and nature trails....
As part of the World Urban Parks Symposium 2026, we’re sharing this presentation by Matthijs Bouw, exploring how mapping can help cities understand where urban expansion intersects with biodiversity loss and climate risk. The presentation introduces Hotspot Stoplight, an approach that combines global datasets and predictive modelling to inform urban development and landscape conservation. Through...
As part of the World Urban Parks Symposium 2026, we’re sharing this presentation by Michael Boland, exploring how the Presidio of San Francisco brings together financial sustainability, ecological restoration and inclusive public access. The presentation traces the site’s transformation through three priorities: saving its historic buildings, restoring its landscapes and welcoming more diverse communities. Examples...
As part of the World Urban Parks Symposium 2026, we’re sharing this presentation by Clare Lanes, exploring how art can help parks connect with underserved communities and create more accessible experiences. Through an artist residency at Greenwich Park, the presentation highlights how artist Leah Clements used sensory workshops, open studios and online activities to invite...
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