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CARDIMED Conference 2026: Bringing Urban Rivers Back to Life - International Second Semester

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Organization
International Events 2026
Date & Time
Sep 21, 2026, 00:00 UTC-3 - Sep 22, 2026, 23:59 UTC-3
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Location
Utrecht, Países Baixos, Europe
Workstream
Adaptation

Description

The "Bringing Urban Rivers Back to Life" conference serves as a global forum for reclaiming waterways from decades of industrial canalization and "grey" infrastructure. Situated in Utrecht, a city famous for its historic wharfs, the event brings together an interdisciplinary mix of scientists, urban planners, artists, and policymakers. It seeks to move beyond viewing rivers as mere technical drains, instead reimagining them as vibrant socio-ecological corridors essential for public health and biodiversity. Through its unique "Seed Sessions," the congress fosters a collaborative atmosphere to co-create a "shared manifesto" for the rights to urban rivers. This event is a critical stop for those looking to implement regenerative, climate-resilient urban design in the face of rising environmental pressures.