Last updated: October 2021
The project aimed to make the banks of the river Sava a more secure place by setting up illumination poles and thus motivate people to go there also by installing potable water fountains. The project includes environmental friendly illumination of both sides of the river Sava, development of 6 water pipes and toilets and renovation of the pedestrian and bike paths (4 sq km). The project in the second phase will also include additional illumination and water stations up to Jankomirski Bridge (in total 16 km, on both sides of the river Sava) (Ref 1). The locals use the area for running, dog walking and for relaxation. Previously the place didn't have lights which made it unsafe during the night. The Mayor promised the citizens to return the river as well as an emphasis on the bridges that "conect, rather than separate" (Ref 1, 2, 3, 4).
Overview
Nature-based solution
- Grey infrastructure featuring greens
- Blue infrastructure
- Riverbank/Lakeside greens
Key challenges
- Green space, habitats and biodiversity (SDG 15)
- Habitat and biodiversity restoration
- Green space creation and/or management
- Environmental quality
- Air quality improvement
- Health and well-being (SDG 3)
- Enabling opportunities for physical activity
- Improving mental health
- Creation of opportunities for recreation
Focus
Creation of new green areas, Transformation of previously derelict areas, Management and improved protection of rivers and other blue areas
Project objectives
The goal of the intervention was to renovate the Sava river banks between the Liberty bridge and the Mladosti bridge. The objectives under the goal included the renewal of the existing infrastructure, illumination of both banks of the river as well as bridges, preparing the area as a fully functional recreational area. (Ref 1, 2, 3, 4).
Implementation activities
The implementation activities included building 4.3 km of pedestrian and bike paths. establishing 172 light posts, 6 water pools, new metal benches, rubbish bins and dog excrement bins were set up along with a small workout on the part down Novska Street, with four devices for outdoor recreation for adults. The repair of the pedestrian bridge included placing a new layer of asphalt on the road surface, placing, on the left and right side of the pedestrian sidewalk, a rest bench and a pot with flowers. In the middle of the bridge is a bicycle path, and on the left and right side is a pedestrian corridor. The entire surface of the tram turnaround was asphalted, new vertical and horizontal signalization and a new protective fence were installed, and the stairs were repaired. Two bus stops have also been arranged, which should get a canopy in a few weeks (Ref 1, 2).
Biodiversity conservation or restoration-focused activities
Biodiversity restoration:
- Restore native species
- Restore ecological connectivity
Main beneficiaries
- Citizens or community groups
- Young people and children
Governance
Management set-up
- Government-led
Type of initiating organisation
- Regional government
- Local government/municipality
Participatory approaches/ community involvement
- Dissemination of information and education
Details on the roles of the organisations involved in the project
The project was planned and executed by the local municipality with the instructions and order from the Mayor of the city (Ref 1, 2).
Project implemented in response to ...
... an EU policy or strategy?
Unknown
... a national policy or strategy?
Unknown
... a local policy or strategy?
Yes
(Zagreb 2020, mentions importance of revitalising the river Sava, but not the specificities of the project (Ref 2))
Financing
Total cost
€100,000 - €500,000
Source(s) of funding
- Public regional budget
Type of funding
- Earmarked public budget
Non-financial contribution
Unknown
Impacts and Monitoring
Environmental impacts
- Climate change
- Lowered local temperature
- Enhanced carbon sequestration
- Environmental quality
- Improved air quality
- Green space and habitat
- Increased green space area
- Restoration of derelict areas
Economic impacts
- More sustainable tourism
Socio-cultural impacts
- Safety
- Increased perception of safety
- Decreased crime rates
- Social justice and cohesion
- Improved social cohesion
- Improved liveability
- Improved access to urban green space
- Health and wellbeing
- Improved physical health
- Gain in activities for recreation and exercise
- Cultural heritage and sense of place
- Improvement in people’s connection to nature
Type of reported impacts
Achieved impacts
Presence of formal monitoring system
Unknown
Presence of indicators used in reporting
No evidence in public records
Presence of monitoring/ evaluation reports
No evidence in public records
Availability of a web-based monitoring tool
No evidence in public records
References
1. City of Zagreb. (2017). Nova javna rasvjeta i hortikulturno uređenje sjevernog Savskog nasipa od Jadranskog mosta do mosta Mladosti. Available at: Source link. Accessed on 21st July, 2020.
2. City of Zagreb. (2017). Obilazak novouređenog Savskog mosta i radova na javnoj rasvjeti sjeverne strane savskog nasipa. Available at: Source link. Accessed on 21st July, 2020.
3. City of Zagreb (2012) Zagreb 2020. Available at: Source link. Accessed on 21st July, 2020.
4. Š. S (2017). Zagreb: Na savskom nasipu postavljene pumpe za pitku vodu. Available at: Source link. Accessed on 21st July, 2020.
2. City of Zagreb. (2017). Obilazak novouređenog Savskog mosta i radova na javnoj rasvjeti sjeverne strane savskog nasipa. Available at: Source link. Accessed on 21st July, 2020.
3. City of Zagreb (2012) Zagreb 2020. Available at: Source link. Accessed on 21st July, 2020.
4. Š. S (2017). Zagreb: Na savskom nasipu postavljene pumpe za pitku vodu. Available at: Source link. Accessed on 21st July, 2020.