PARTICIPATING CITIES
Participating cities in the RISE-IN project include Demo Cities, which test and refine climate solutions, and Replicator Cities, which adapt and scale these solutions in new contexts, supporting wider adoption across Europe.
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Acknowledgement: RISE-IN receives funding from the European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) and HorizonEurope, under Grant Agreement no. 101214441.
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PARTICIPATING CITIES OF RISE-IN
DEMO CITIES
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The Demonstration Cities in the RISE-IN project serve as real-life testbeds for the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of Climate Resilient Solutions (CRS).
Cesena is advancing climate resilience and ecological restoration along the Savio River to reduce flood risks and promote sustainable land and water management. The city is transforming former extraction sites like the Ca’ Bianchi quarry into floodable areas and biodiversity hubs. These efforts also support education, recreation, and community engagement through accessible green spaces and ecological monitoring.
Christchurch is restoring the Ōtākaro Avon River Corridor to boost climate resilience and adapt to sea-level rise. The city is transforming earthquake-impacted land into a 600-hectare green corridor that manages flooding, restores ecosystems, and supports cultural, recreational, and educational uses. This living laboratory fosters innovation in managed retreat, water management, and ecological restoration.
Photo credit: Christchurch City Council
Christchurch is restoring the Ōtākaro Avon River Corridor to boost climate resilience and adapt to sea-level rise. The city is transforming earthquake-impacted land into a 600-hectare green corridor that manages flooding, restores ecosystems, and supports cultural, recreational, and educational uses. This living laboratory fosters innovation in managed retreat, water management, and ecological restoration.
Póvoa de Varzim is boosting climate resilience in the Alto River Basin by restoring riverbanks, enhancing coastal defenses, and creating ecological corridors. These efforts reduce flood risks, support traditional farming practices, and promote sustainable tourism, while engaging the community through education, monitoring, and a dedicated riverkeeper role.
PARTICIPATING CITIES OF RISE-IN
REPLICATOR CITIES
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The Replicator Cities in the RISE-IN project are key actors in the second phase of CRS deployment, serving as strategic sites to test the adaptability, feasibility, and bankability of climate resilient solutions beyond the original Demo Cities.
Ghent is tackling climate challenges like flooding, heat stress, and biodiversity loss through green-blue networks, rainwater management, and urban greening. With goals of climate robustness by 2030 and neutrality by 2050, the city works with citizens and institutions to create a resilient, healthy, and sustainable urban environment.
Kadıköy is addressing climate risks like flooding, extreme heat, and soil erosion through its Adaptation Action Plan. As a dense urban area with limited green space, the city focuses on improving water absorption, managing waste, and strengthening coastal defenses to enhance resilience and quality of urban life.
Zhytomyr has adopted a Sustainable Energy and Climate Action Plan (SECAP) until 2050 and is finalizing its Environmental Strategy for the same period. These documents address key climate risks such as localized flooding after heavy rainfall and droughts following heatwaves. Surrounded by forests and rivers, the city is rebuilding after war-related destruction with the ambition to “build back better.” Emphasizing green recovery and nature-based solutions, Zhytomyr promotes sustainable development, climate resilience, and its identity as a green, creative, and community-oriented urban center.
