Neubrandenburg Market Square: No trees? New ideas for more shade!

Neubrandenburg Market Square: No trees? New ideas for more shade!

Something is happening on the market square in Neubrandenburg: the city council is planning to make it more climate-friendly. Hans-Jürgen Schwanke from BSW/BfN made it clear that it is necessary to take measures to create more shade and lounges. A resolution has already been submitted to focus attention on greening urban spaces. Mayor Nico Klose was asked to check whether greening with “large greenery”, i.e. trees and larger plants, was possible. Alternatives, such as mobile plant islands, are also under discussion, as nordkurier.de reports.

But not everything is so simple, because the underground car park makes it difficult to plant real trees. Michael Stieber from the SPD/Greens pointed out that the existing circumstances prevent this. Andreas Wolff from BSW agrees and emphasizes that the options are limited. In recent meetings there has been a lively discussion about various proposals. These ranged from artificial trees to mobile shade installations to narrow columns with sails. But a final solution is not yet in sight.

Heat waves as a challenge

Climate change is already having an impact on cities, particularly in the form of high temperatures and heat waves. These factors not only affect the quality of life for all citizens, but especially for older people and children. This is also an urgent issue in Neubrandenburg, as the ongoing survey that took place from February 16th to March 1st shows. It aims to make the city center more climate-friendly and deals, among other things, with seating, bicycle parking and play facilities. Citizens can express their opinions and wishes anonymously via [innenstadt-neubrandenburg.org](https://strelitzius.com/2024/02/14/online-umfrage-wie-kann-die-neubrandenburger-innenstadt-klimajuster-gestaltet- Werden/).

The planned measures not only include more greenery, but also sun protection systems. These are intended to significantly improve the quality of stay and create a more pleasant urban climate. Adaptation to climate change is essential these days. Global cities face similar challenges, and scientists advocate incorporating green spaces to regulate air temperature and improve quality of life. This can be illustrated by examples of successful cities such as Copenhagen and New York that have implemented comprehensive green and water management strategies, as outlined on das-wissen.de.

A step in the right direction

The discussion about greening the Neubrandenburg market square shows that the city is not remaining idle. It is important to pursue different ideas and concepts, even if the situation is complicated. On Thursday, October 2nd, the city council will meet again to discuss this exciting topic. Citizens are invited to raise their voices and influence the future design of their city center.