Corredores Verdes of Medellin
By
ALCADIA DE MEDELLIN
In
Medellin,
Colombia
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Author
ALCADIA DE MEDELLIN
City
Medellin
Country
Colombia
Year
2016
Program
Green Space Network
Technical Info
Site area
700000 sqm
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Description
- Medellin's Green Corridors programme aims to reintroduce greenspace in urban areas and reduce the urban heat island effect.
- The programme involves the creation of 30 green corridors across the city, developed along major roads and waterways, and connecting natural features such as the surrounding hills.
- The corridors link various green infrastructures like squares, parks, and green curbs.
- These corridors are designed to resemble forest-like ecosystems, with over 72 native plant species chosen for their ability to remove pollutants, provide shade, and offer fruits.
- Major concrete structures like metro stations and bridges are being fitted with green roofs and vertical gardens to reduce heat absorption.
- The programme includes 20km of cycling networks within the green corridors.
- Areas under metro lines have been converted into serene cycling trails with lush gardens beneath the structures.
- Medellin has experienced a 2°C temperature reduction after the implementation of the green corridors, along with a decrease in respiratory diseases caused by air pollution.
- Urban trees and vegetation are recognized as an important Nature-based solution for mitigating the effects of climate change and enhancing the city's resilience.
- The corridors are maintained by citizens trained in gardening, including individuals from minority and disadvantaged communities, which promotes public participation and creates livelihood opportunities.
- The programme emphasises equitable access, ensuring that the green corridors are developed in poorer sections of the city and that local residents play a key role in their upkeep.
- The strategy begins by targeting areas with high pollution levels, such as main roads, resulting in more immediate improvements.
- The network of greenery creates a continuous wildlife habitat, helping to conserve biodiversity and promote ecological balance.
Programme Overview and Purpose
Green Infrastructure and Design
Cycling and Mobility
Environmental and Health Impacts
Community Participation and Social Impact
Pollution Control and Biodiversity
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