References

Original Reference: Anguelovski, I., Connolly, J. & Brand, A. L. (2018). From landscapes of utopia to the margins of the green urban life: for whom is the new green city? City, 22(3): 417-436

Brief Summary: Focuses on governance models for peri-urban areas. Suggests integrating peri-urban governance approaches into PoliRuralPlus to address land-use planning and improve rural-urban relationships.

URL: Urban Studies Article

Original Reference: Kazmierczak, A. & Carter, J. (2010). Adaptation to climate change using green and blue infrastructure. A database of case studies. Interreg IVC GraBS project. University of Manchester, England.

Brief Summary: The GRaBS project provides case studies on integrating green and blue infrastructure to mitigate climate change in urban and peri-urban regions. PoliRuralPlus can adopt similar strategies to strengthen ecosystem services and climate resilience in rural-urban action plans​(

URL: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/research/Kazmierczak-interreg-IVC-GraBS-database.pdf

Original Reference: EC (2013). Communication from the Commission to the European Parliament, the Council, the European Economic and Social Committee and the Committee of the Regions 'An EU Strategy on adaptation to climate change' (COM(2013) 216 final)

Brief Summary: The Green Infrastructure Strategy promotes nature-based solutions to enhance biodiversity and ecosystem services. RAPs should incorporate GI into rural-urban linkages to create sustainable, resilient environments. PoliRuralPlus pilots can use these strategies to support ecosystem restoration and promote sustainable development.

URL: https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/?uri=CELEX%3A52013DC0216

Original Reference: Ashley, R. (2015). Synchronicity: Multiple Benefits from Green Infrastructure (Looking at SUDS from both sides now). Green Infrastructure: a growing need. 6th & 7th October 2015. Scottish Green Infrastructure Forum, Glasgow

Brief Summary: Discusses the benefits of green infrastructure. Recommends integrating green infrastructure in PoliRuralPlus pilots to improve environmental sustainability and foster healthier rural-urban environments.

URL: Synchronicity of Green Infrastructure

Original Reference: Zawadzka, J. et al. (2019). Ecosystem services from combined natural and engineered water and wastewater treatment systems: Going beyond water quality enhancement. Ecological Engineering, X (2): 100006.

Brief Summary: This article discusses how green infrastructure (GI) helps mitigate urban challenges such as flooding, heat islands, and biodiversity loss. The use of GI in urban and peri-urban areas can enhance resilience and ecological integration, which is crucial for rural-urban linkages. RAPs could integrate GI planning to boost resilience across regions, especially in flood-prone rural-urban borders.

URL: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0925857419303400

Original Reference: Hathway, E.A. & Sharples, S. (2012). The interaction of rivers and urban form in mitigating the Urban Heat Island effect: A UK case study. Built Environment, 58: 14-22.

Brief Summary: This paper focuses on building environments that encourage integration of green infrastructures across urban and rural areas. Recommendations: Prioritize green infrastructure projects in RAPs to enhance environmental sustainability and promote resilient rural-urban development.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.buildenv.2012.01.004

Original Reference: Vierikko, K. et al. (2017). BCD: Linkages between people and nature – Database, typology and indicators. GREEN SURGE Project Deliverable MS22.

Brief Summary: Focuses on the role of green infrastructure in fostering rural-urban synergies. Recommendations: RAPs should prioritize the development of green corridors and ecosystems connecting rural areas to urban centers, enhancing ecological health and community well-being.

URL: https://www.greensurge.eu/products/MS/MS22.pdf

Original Reference: Puttock, A. et al. (2017). Eurasian beaver activity increases water storage, attenuates flow and mitigates diffuse pollution from intensively-managed grasslands. Science of the Total Environment, 576: 430-443.

Brief Summary: Examines the role of green infrastructure in mitigating urban heat effects. Recommendations: RAPs should integrate green infrastructure projects that connect rural and urban regions to improve environmental sustainability and mitigate the impacts of climate change.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scitotenv.2016.10.122

Original Reference: Hansen, R. et al. (2015). Report of Case Study City Portraits: Appendix - GREEN SURGE study on urban green infrastructure planning and governance in 20 European case studies. GREEN SURGE Project Deliverable.

Brief Summary: Analyzes green infrastructure projects across European cities. PoliRuralPlus should integrate green infrastructure projects into RAPs to enhance environmental resilience, improve urban-rural ecosystems, and foster sustainable development.

URL: https://greensurge.eu/filer/GREEN_SURGE_Report_of_City_Portraits.pdf

Original Reference: Hansen, R. et al. (2017). Urban Green Infrastructure Planning: A Guide for Practitioners. GREEN SURGE Project Deliverable 5.3.

Brief Summary: Discusses urban-rural ecosystem services as part of Green Surge. PoliRuralPlus should implement projects that focus on enhancing ecosystem services, using lessons from Green Surge to improve environmental sustainability in RAPs.

URL: http://greensurge.eu/working-packages/wp5/

Original Reference: Oral, H.V. et al. (2020). A review of nature-based solutions for urban water management in European circular cities: a critical assessment based on case studies and literature. Blue-Green Systems, 2(1): 112-136.

Brief Summary: Discusses groundwater management strategies for rural development. Implications: Effective water management is critical for rural sustainability. Recommendations: RAPs should include groundwater management strategies to secure water resources for agricultural and domestic use .

URL: https://doi.org/10.2166/bgs.2020.932

Original Reference: Ambrose-Oji, B. et al. (2017). Innovative Governance for Urban Green Infrastructure: A Guide for Practitioners. GREEN SURGE Project Deliverable 6.3. Copenhagen, University of Copenhagen

Brief Summary: Discusses urban green infrastructure planning. Recommends promoting green infrastructure in rural-urban plans to enhance quality of life, environmental health, and economic value across urban and rural settings.

URL: Green Surge Guide for Practitioners

Original Reference: Goniewicz K. & Burkle F.M. (2019). Challenges in implementing Sendai framework for disaster risk reduction in Poland. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 16(14):2574.

Brief Summary: Explores the health impacts of environmental pollution in rural-urban regions. PoliRuralPlus should focus on integrating health and environmental policies in RAPs to address the impacts of pollution from urban areas on rural communities and ensure healthy environments in both rural and urban settings.

URL: https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph16142574

Original Reference: Gartland, L. (2012). Heat Islands: Understanding and Mitigating Heat in Urban Areas, p208. London, Earthscan Ltd.

Brief Summary: Discusses urban heat islands and their impact on urban-rural climates. Recommendations include incorporating climate adaptation strategies in RAPs to address heat risks in rural areas linked with urban climates.

URL: https://www.routledge.com/Heat-Islands-Understanding-and-Mitigating-Heat-in-Urban-Areas/Gartland/p/book/9781849712989

Original Reference: de Vriend, H. J. et al. (2015). Sustainable hydraulic engineering through Building with Nature. Journal of Hydro-environment Research, 9: 159-171

Brief Summary: This article examines the role of housing and land-use policies in shaping rural-urban linkages. For RAPs, it recommends policies that balance land use and housing needs across rural and urban areas, supporting sustainable growth and infrastructure development, which is crucial for PoliRuralPlus pilot regions.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jher.2014.06.004

Original Reference: Ercolani, G. et al. (2018). Evaluating performances of green roofs for stormwater runoff mitigation in a high flood risk urban catchment. Journal of Hydrology, 566: 830–845

Brief Summary: This paper explores the effects of land-use changes on hydrological systems, particularly between rural and urban areas. RAPs should focus on integrated water management strategies that address land-use impacts and promote water conservation. PoliRuralPlus pilots can adopt these strategies to improve water resource management in regional planning.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jhydrol.2018.09.050

Original Reference: Richter, S. et al. (2013). The Water Framework Directive as an approach for Integrated Water Resources Management: Results from the experiences in Germany on implementation, and future perspectives. Environmental Earth Sciences, 69(2): 719-728.

Brief Summary: Analyzes the hydrological effects of urban expansion on surrounding rural areas. Recommendations: RAPs should incorporate hydrological assessments into urban planning to minimize the environmental impact of urban development on nearby rural ecosystems.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/s12665-013-2171-6

Original Reference: Stovin, V., Vesuviano, G. & Kasmin, H. (2012). The hydrological performance of a green roof test bed under UK climatic conditions. Journal of Hydrology, 414: 148-161.

Brief Summary: Focuses on the impact of hydrological changes in rural and urban regions. Implications: Water resources management needs integrated rural-urban strategies. Recommendations: RAPs should develop shared water resource management plans to ensure equitable and sustainable usage.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jhydrol.2011.10.022

Original Reference: Bullock, A. & Acreman, M. (2003). The Role of Wetlands in the Hydrological Cycle. Hydrology & Earth System Sciences, 7(3): 358-389

Brief Summary: This study focuses on managing water resources across urban and rural interfaces, highlighting the need for integrated planning approaches to ensure water sustainability. PoliRuralPlus can draw from this to integrate water management strategies into its regional action plans. The recommendations include fostering collaboration between urban and rural stakeholders for shared water resources and developing policies that address the specific water needs of rural regions while ensuring urban resilience.

URL: https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-7-358-2003

Original Reference: Schirmer, M. et al. (2014). Morphological, hydrological, biogeochemical and ecological changes and challenges in river restoration – the Thur River case study. Hydrology and Earth Systems Sciences, 18: 2449–2462.

Brief Summary: Discusses hydrological research and sustainable water management practices. Implications: Water management is critical for sustaining rural-urban regions. Recommendations: Incorporate sustainable water management practices in regional action plans to ensure resource availability​​.

URL: https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-18-2449-2014