Tags: Biophilic City
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VERONA NETWORK: 290 thousand euros for new high biodiversity park
The "Nogarole Biodiversity Hub" project, conceived by Studio GreeNForest in collaboration with the Italian Academy of Biophilia, will be born in the heart of an industrial area in the province of Verona. Funded by Fondazione Cariverona's Natural Capital call and co-financed by Zalando and Air Dolomiti, the project promotes reforestation, green and blue infrastructure, and educational paths for the community....
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EVOLUTION: Biophilia as a key to future cities and communities
In issue 12 of Animaimpresa's Evolution magazine, Rita White, President Italian Academy of Biophilia, explores Biophilia as a regenerative principle and strategy for transforming cities, organizations and communities. The article delves into the scientific value of connecting with nature and its practical applications-from "Nature Prescriptions" to Biophilic Design to the international movement...
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GAZZETTA DEL MEZZOGIORNO: With greener cities crime in crisis
In the Gazzetta del Mezzogiorno, in the Environment and Health column by Alessandro Miani, vice president of the Italian Academy of Biophilia, the Bosco Rosso project, promoted by the Algaxia® Association, the Italian Society of Environmental Medicine and AIB, is discussed. An initiative that transforms degraded areas into regenerative and safe parks dedicated to the prevention of violence against women. The contribution highlights...
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RAI NEWS: The "Red Forest" project where degraded green areas become anti-violence parks
On Rai News, a report dedicated to the "Bosco Rosso" project, conceived by the Algaxia® Association in collaboration with the Italian Society of Environmental Medicine, the Italian Academy of Biophilia and Vivieco. The protocol signed in the Lazio Region launches an initiative that transforms degraded green areas into equipped biophilic parks to promote safety, health and gender equality.
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ANSA2030: Healthy buildings, 190 billion benefits in EU
On ANSA2030, an in-depth look at the scientific event hosted by the European Space Agency (ESA) and sponsored by GET Consulting with the participation of the Italian Society of Environmental Medicine (SIMA), the Green Building Council Italia (GBC Italia) and the Italian Academy of Biophilia (AIB). Worrying data presented: more than 112 million European citizens live in unhealthy environments. According to SIMA and...
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THE FLORICULTURER: Biophilia, biodiversity and proximity in cities.
In Il Floricultore, Prof. Saverio Mecca, Professor Emeritus at the University of Florence and Founding Member of the Italian Academy of Biophilia, reflects on the role of Biophilia in urban design. The article highlights the importance of perceived biodiversity and green proximity for health, social cohesion, and inclusive and sustainable city regeneration.
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ONE HEALTH: Urban green infrastructure.
The journal One Health hosts an article by Daniele Guglielmino, Vice President of the Italian Academy of Biophilia, on urban green infrastructure as tools for public health and sustainable regeneration. From green roofs to ecological corridors, Nature-Based Solutions become strategic devices for climate adaptation, environmental justice and ESG criteria.
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AUTOMOBILE CLUB OF ITALY: Role and potential of urban green areas
In the January-February 2025 issue 57 of ACI Onda Verde magazine, the Automobile Club of Italy's periodical dedicated to sustainable mobility, Rita White, president of the Italian Academy of Biophilia, delves into the benefits of urban green areas with Roberta Mordini. Biophilic infrastructure promotes wellness and prevention, with measurable benefits: stress reduction, cardiovascular health and up to...
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THE MESSAGE: Here is the anti-violence park.
The Messenger dedicated an article to the Urban Red Forest, a project designed in collaboration with the Italian Academy of Biophilia (AIB) and the Italian Society of Environmental Medicine (SIMA). The park, under construction in Rome, represents a safe haven against violence, combining innovation, solidarity and nature to promote well-being and safety in...
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ANSA: AIB's appeal to leaders at COP29
ANSA news agency picked up on the call made by the Italian Academy of Biophilia at the COP29 in Baku: Biophilic Design and green areas can reduce energy costs by up to 25 percent, improve quality of life, and decrease health care costs, as confirmed by WHO. Biophilic solutions offer concrete answers to climate challenges, making cities...
