In this episode of The PGN Podcast, host Meshi Taka reconnects with Carl Hodgson from Newcastle City Council, previously co-host of Season 1 and now Project Manager of Blue Green Newcastle. Carl discusses the Blue Green Newcastle (BGN) project, an initiative that combines flood management with blue and green infrastructure to build a more resilient and sustainable urban landscape in Newcastle upon Tyne. He shares BGN’s vision for a city where water management (blue) and natural spaces (green) come together to improve public spaces, support biodiversity and engage the local community.
Key Topics Covered:
What is Blue Green Infrastructure?: A more in depth look at how combining water management and greenery can help to reduce urban flood risks and improve environmental resilience.
Lessons from the World: How cities like Boston, Rotterdam, Sheffield and Copenhagen are the inspiration behind Newcastle’s own Blue Green approach.
Community and Collaboration: The power of partnerships as well as the importance of public involvement in building a climate-ready city.
The Future of Blue Green Newcastle: The pilot projects currently in place, such as Exhibition Park and the Town Moor, and the vision for the future of BGN.
Guest Speaker:
Carl Hodgson MCIWEM C.WEM is Technical Co-ordinator at BGN. Carl has over 20 years of experience in local government, and a wealth of experience in flood risk management, drainage and sustainable transport.
Useful Information and Links:
https://new.newcastle.gov.uk/planning-building-development/flood-management/blue-green-newcastle
https://www.urbanisten.nl/work/benthemplein
https://www.dakparkrotterdam.nl/
https://www.brightvibes.com/rooftop-farm-dakakker-in-rotterdam/
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