GrowGreen is a transnational project which focused on the use of nature based solutions (NBS) in creating climate resilience.

It was funded by European Union’s Horizon research and innovation programme. A key output for the project was the creation and evaluation of new, accessible multi-functional neighbourhood green space.

As a GrowGreen partner, Manchester developed the West Gorton Community Park as a recreational green space within a wider regeneration programme which created over 500 new homes. The park, which is the size of three football pitches, was completed in Summer 2020 and includes NBS features that help alleviate some of the negative effects of climate change.