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Making Cities Future-Proof with Blue-Green Infrastructure and KLIMOPASS<\/strong><\/h3><\/div>
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Climate change is presenting cities and municipalities with ever-greater challenges: heatwaves, prolonged droughts, and heavy rainfall events are on the rise, impacting the quality of life in urban areas. This makes it all the more important for municipalities to take action now and invest specifically in sustainable solutions. <\/strong>The state of Baden-W\u00fcrttemberg<\/strong> is sending a strong signal with its KLIMOPASS funding program<\/strong><\/em><\/a>, supporting cities, towns, and districts in adapting to the impacts of climate change \u2013 with a particular focus on blue-green infrastructure<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Photo: Ministry for the Environment, Climate and Energy Baden-W\u00fcrttemberg<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>

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Why is green infrastructure so important?<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Green infrastructure such as green roofs and fa\u00e7ades, tree planting, and innovative irrigation systems are key building blocks for climate-resilient cities. They improve the microclimate, reduce heat stress, promote biodiversity, and actively contribute to better air quality. Especially in densely populated urban areas, these measures are crucial for enhancing the quality of stay and protecting public health.<\/p>\n<\/div>

KLIMOPASS: Funding for Sustainable Urban Development<\/strong><\/h5>\n

With KLIMOPASS<\/a><\/em><\/strong>, municipalities in Baden-W\u00fcrttemberg can apply for targeted funding for strategic and investment measures. The focus is on projects that strengthen resilience to the effects of climate change \u2013 from the development of climate adaptation concepts to the implementation of innovative flagship model projects.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Photo: GCS, WallBreeze in the city of Griesheim<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>

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Eligible measures include:<\/strong><\/h5>\n