Between March 15 and March 23, 2025, Eco Week took place in Kranj, which, through various activities, raises awareness about the necessity of environmental protection, responsible behavior, and the introduction of sustainable living practices into our everyday lives. As part of the Eco week activities, a World Caffe workshop was held on 20.3.2025 by Interreg Central Europe projects CICADA4CE and URBIO BAUHAUS on identifying and understanding the challenges of climate change adaptation and urban biodiversity in our city. A draft document on climate change adaptation strategies for the Gorenjska region and shopping malls adaptation to climate change and their “green” vision for the future were presented to over 20 mainly professional public representatives. The participants talked about heat and urban heat islands, about capturing, retaining, and using rainwater and thought about biodiversity in the city, green systems, and connectivity of green elements in the city. Representatives established a space for joint dialogue and discussion in following workshop «Change is a constant – in nature and in the city», which took place later that day with the general public.
