Call to Participate: "Austria's 9 Concrete Treasures" aka Asphalt Deserts with Green Potential Wanted

"Concrete and asphalt heat up particularly strongly and leave no room for biodiversity," it was announced on Thursday via a press release. "Austria's 9 Concrete Treasures" are meant to showcase places in all federal states where people would wish for more space for trees, bushes, and bees. This represents a clear mandate for action for cities and municipalities, according to Greenpeace.

Concrete Sealing vs. Green Spaces: Greenpeace Searches for "Concrete Treasures"

"Sealed surfaces heat up particularly quickly. Concrete and asphalt not only lead to heat islands but also leave no room for urban animal residents, such as birds, bees, or butterflies. In many unnecessarily sealed places, trees, shrubs, and wildflower meadows could grow instead. This not only helps biodiversity but also brings cooling, a better climate, and fresh air for us humans," explains Melanie Ebner, soil protection expert at Greenpeace Austria.

Until August 26, 2025, areas and places can be nominated here. As in the previous year, the submitted places will be evaluated by a panel of experts and undergo an online public voting. On September 9, one "Concrete Treasure" per federal state will be presented at a press conference. "Together, we are bringing Austria out of the gray!" the press release concludes.

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