The report 'Towards Regenerative Neighbourhoods: European Cases, Insights, and Initiatives' discusses buildings and construction in the context of sustainable and regenerative urban development, with a focus on integrating green roofs, community land trusts, and circular economy principles.

The key points of the publication are:

• Green roofs are beneficial for urban sustainability, including their ability to absorb CO2, act as thermal insulators, retain rainwater, and reduce the strain on sewage systems during heavy rainfall​​. A detailed case study of a green roof in a building in Bratislava is provided.

• Community Land Trusts are innovative solutions for achieving affordable housing and land stewardship, having a potential to drive circular and regenerative neighbourhood development​​.

• The concept of circular economy is integral to the report: the reuse and recycling of resources can minimise the environmental impact of the construction sector, buildings and urban infrastructure.

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