This is your weekly international snapshot of what’s happening across landscape architecture, climate adaptation and urban design. Drawing on credible global sources, it highlights key projects, policy developments and research shaping how cities and landscapes are being planned, designed and adapted in response to climate and community needs.

This summary is powered by AI to support timely scanning of international sources. While it aims to surface relevant and high‑quality material, it may not capture every news item, project or activity across the sector.

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MONDAY 9 MARCH

1. Liverpool Street Station redevelopment approved with major green roof component
Source: World Landscape Architecture, 5 March 2026

Plans for the redevelopment of London’s Liverpool Street Station have been approved, including what is described as the largest landscaped green roof in the City of London. The project combines new office space with expanded public realm and extensive planting intended to support biodiversity and improve the microclimate in a dense urban district. The scheme highlights the increasing role of landscape-led design in major transport infrastructure upgrades.

🔗 https://worldlandscapearchitect.com/liverpool-street-station-redevelopment-plans-approved/

Primary topic: Landscape architecture + urban design

2. Pathways2Resilience programme expands climate adaptation planning across Europe
Source: ICLEI Europe, 3 March 2026

ICLEI Europe announced that 62 regions have been selected to receive support through the Pathways2Resilience programme, aimed at strengthening regional climate adaptation strategies. The initiative will help regional governments develop risk assessments, adaptation pathways and investment plans as part of the EU Mission on Adaptation to Climate Change. The programme reflects the growing shift towards regional scale planning for climate resilience.

🔗 https://iclei.org/news/62-regions-in-europe-including-5-iclei-members-to-develop-climate-adaptation-plans-for-55-million-residents/

Primary topic: Climate adaptation

3. Dubai Urban Elements Challenge awards climate-responsive public space designs
Source: ArchDaily, 2 March 2026

The results of the Buildner and Dubai RTA Urban Elements Challenge have been announced, awarding proposals that explore modular and climate-responsive urban infrastructure. Winning entries focus on shade structures, cooling strategies and adaptable street elements designed for extreme heat conditions. The competition highlights how small-scale landscape interventions can play a meaningful role in improving comfort and resilience in hot urban environments.

🔗 https://www.archdaily.com/1038755/buildner-and-dubais-rta-award-eu500k-for-climate-responsive-urban-design

Primary topic: Urban design + climate adaptation

4. ULI highlights financing strategies for scaling urban green infrastructure
Source: Urban Land Institute, 4 March 2026

Urban Land Magazine has published a synthesis of lessons from the ULI Shaw Forum on urban flood resilience. The article outlines eight strategies for delivering large-scale green infrastructure, including blended finance models, stronger public-private collaboration and long-term maintenance planning. The discussion reflects increasing recognition that governance and financing structures are as important as design innovation when delivering climate-resilient landscapes.

🔗 https://urbanland.uli.org/resilience-and-sustainability/next-generation-green-infrastructure-eight-lessons-for-urban-flood-resilience-from-the-2025-shaw-forum

Primary topic: Climate adaptation + urban design

5. Singapore Makers Land masterplan proposes landscape-led regeneration of industrial waterfront
Source: World Landscape Architecture, 6 March 2026

A proposed masterplan for Singapore’s Kallang–Kolam Ayer district aims to transform the industrial precinct into a mixed-use neighbourhood structured around ecological corridors and public waterfront space. The scheme positions landscape systems as the organising framework for mobility, water management and community space. It reflects a growing global trend toward landscape-first regeneration strategies in dense urban districts.

🔗 https://worldlandscapearchitect.com/singapore-makers-land-kallang-kolam-ayer-masterplan/

Primary topic: Landscape architecture + urban design + climate adaptation

Snapshot: key themes this week

• Landscape systems are increasingly being integrated into major infrastructure projects, particularly transport hubs and waterfront redevelopment.

• Regional scale climate adaptation planning is expanding in Europe, signalling a shift beyond city-only strategies.

   

• Design competitions and research are placing stronger emphasis on climate-responsive urban elements, particularly in extreme heat environments.

   

• Financing and governance models are emerging as critical enablers for scaling green infrastructure and climate resilience projects globally.