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Our Land, our Future. From December 2nd to 13th, the 16th Conference of the Parties (COP16) under the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) took place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, focusing on the urgent issue of land degradation and drought. LAND participated in a high-level roundtable on sustainable urban transformation, alongside global leaders and members of the World Economic Forum Taskforce for Nature-Positive Cities.

The iconic park in the Ostiense district is the site of green Redevelopment initiatives in the areas adjacent to the Vatican and the Jubilee Basilicas, promoted by Società Giubileo 2025 S.p.A. as the implementing entity in preparation for the Holy Year. Through its regeneration, LAND aims to establish a new identity focused on social engagement and sharing, featuring educational and interactive activities, as well as multisensory pathways immersed in nature.

As cities across the globe struggle with population growth, climate challenges, and changing lifestyles, the way we design and develop urban spaces is under intense scrutiny.
How do we balance sustainability with affordability? What role does innovation play in shaping urban living? And where does nature fit into the urban equation?

“Great things are done when men and mountains meet; This is not done by jostling in the street.” With this quote by William Blake, the English poet, artist, engraver, and visionary (1757-1827), Andreas Kipar introduces his December newsletter dealing with the mountain landscapes' vital role—not just as picturesque backdrops, maybe for the upcoming holiday season, but as engines of environmental and economic value. In an era where climate change impacts are increasingly apparent, especially in winter tourism, we must redefine these landscapes as nature-positive assets that generate ecological, social, and economic returns.

The approval process for the strategic document resulting from the collaboration between LAND Italia - the firm led by Andreas Kipar, the Parks and Gardens Office of the Municipality of Trento, and the University of Trento, concluded on 4th December, after a process of engagement with the local community. As outlined in the guidelines of the Manifesto, its goal is to improve the quality of life for the residents of Trento by promoting environmental sustainability through the integration and enhancement of green spaces in the city.

In its first-ever attempt at the prestigious European Green Capital Award, Heilbronn, LAND assisted in its preparation, achieved an impressive second place, underscoring its commitment to sustainable urban transformation.

Matteo Pedaso spoke at an event hosted by the IULM University in Milan, shedding light on the FILI project, a territorial regeneration initiative led by Regione Lombardia, FNM, Ferrovienord, and Trenord.

By Valentina Galiulo, Project Director, LAND Italia and LAND Research Lab GmbH

The pursuit of transformation using nature's instruments remains incomplete without aesthetic mediation. The collaboration between artists and landscape architects raises questions about a new culture of perception

A Year in Review from Nikolas Neubert, Chief Innovation Officer and Managing Director of LAND Research Lab.

In an exclusive event held in Milan, Andreas Kipar joined fifty CEOs and entrepreneurs from Italy’s leading economic sectors for the Executive Lunch hosted by Porsche Consulting, featuring Mario Draghi, former Prime Minister of Italy and former President of the European Central Bank, as the keynote speaker.

A new Winter Hardiness Zone Map for European Plants

Switzerland has a unique opportunity to shape a decentralised, sustainable future in which open spaces, technologies and sustainable development are intertwined. But to turn this vision into reality, politics, planning and society must work together.

A guest article by Joris Van Wezemael, a Swiss-Belgian geographer, urbanist, and entrepreneur who is part of the LAND community.

We are proud to announce that LAND Italia has been awarded the title of "Campione della Crescita 2025" by the Istituto Tedesco Qualità e Finanza, in collaboration with Repubblica Affari Finanza.

Andreas Kipar looks back on his first year with the World Economic Forum’s Task Force for Nature-Positive Cities. Transforming urban spaces to embrace Nature is challenging, but it is also essential as climate pressures increase.

With the motto “NATURE MEETS INNOVATION FOR CLIMATE RESILIENCE,” the Horizon Europe-funded project Med-IREN has officially kicked off in the Municipality of Egaleo, Greece, with LAND contributing over the next four years.

Developing an Alpine Solar Park: Toward the Promotion of an Energy-Productive Landscape

Andreas Kipar shares his insights on the essential role of nature in urban planning. Featured in Corriere Economia's special section, L'economia del futuro, the interview explores how urban regeneration today must be rooted in nature-based solutions.

LAND has endorsed the Montreal Call to Action on Cities, Climate Research, and Governance, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to science-based climate action. This declaration was launched at the 2024 Innovate4Cities Conference, which took place in Quebec from September 10-12, co-hosted by the Global Covenant of Mayors and UN-Habitat.

We invite you to attend our upcoming event "Assessing the Benefits of Nature: Approaches and Experiences in Evaluating the Impact of Nature-Based Solutions," scheduled for 14th November, from 10:00 to 13:00, at the Order of Architects of Milan.