References

Original Reference: EEA (2018). European Waters – Assessment of status and pressures 2018, EEA Report No 7/2018, ISSN-1977-8449. European Environment Agency, Copenhagen

Brief Summary: This report assesses the quality and management of water resources across Europe. RAPs should prioritize integrated water management strategies that address rural and urban water needs, ensuring sustainability. PoliRuralPlus pilots can align with these findings to enhance water security and improve environmental health in pilot regions.

URL: https://www.eea.europa.eu/publications/state-of-water

Original Reference: CIRIA (2015). Guidance on the construction of SuDS (C768). London, CIRIA

Brief Summary: This document provides guidance on constructing and maintaining SuDS to ensure their long-term functionality and environmental benefits. Implications: Proper maintenance of SuDS is essential for long-term water management and ecological sustainability in rural and urban areas. Recommendations: Include long-term SuDS maintenance strategies in regional action plans to ensure sustainability and functionality. Promote rural-urban collaboration in the construction and upkeep of these systems to manage stormwater and reduce environmental risks.

URL: CIRIA SuDS Construction Guidance

Original Reference: Elmqvist, T. et al. (2016). Benefits of restoring ecosystem services in urban areas. Current Opinion in Environmental Sustainability, 14: 101-108

Brief Summary: This paper explores the resilience of rural-urban systems in the face of environmental and economic challenges. RAPs should integrate sustainability goals into planning processes to enhance the resilience of both rural and urban regions. PoliRuralPlus pilots can adopt these strategies to promote balanced and sustainable rural-urban development.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cosust.2015.05.001

Original Reference: Current Opinion in Environmental Sustainability, 42:15–21

Brief Summary: This paper explores sustainability challenges in rural-urban systems, particularly in managing shared resources and ensuring environmental resilience. Implications: Sustainability strategies must account for the interconnectedness of rural and urban areas. Recommendations: Regional action plans should incorporate integrated sustainability strategies that address both rural and urban challenges, focusing on sustainable land use, resource management, and climate adaptation. Promote rural-urban cooperation on water management, renewable energy, and waste reduction projects.

URL: Current Opinion in Sustainability

Original Reference: Perales-Momparler, S. et al. (2016). The role of monitoring sustainable drainage systems for promoting transition towards regenerative urban built environments: a case study in the Valencian region, Spain. Journal of Cleaner Production, 163: S113-S124.

Brief Summary: Analyzes sustainable agricultural systems and their impacts on rural development. Implications: Sustainability in agriculture is crucial for maintaining strong rural-urban linkages. Recommendations: Incorporate sustainable agricultural practices into RAPs, focusing on reducing environmental impacts while increasing productivity and economic opportunities in rural areas.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2016.05.153

Original Reference: Rouillard, J. et al. (2017). Protecting aquatic biodiversity in Europe: How much do EU environmental policies support ecosystem-based management? Ambio, 47: 15-24.

Brief Summary: Focuses on how ecosystem services can be integrated into sustainable development. Implications: Provides a framework for RAPs to integrate ecosystem services into rural-urban development. Recommendations: Use nature-based solutions to bridge the gap between rural and urban development.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/s13280-017-0935-y

Original Reference: Hartig, T. et al. (2011). Health Benefits of Nature Experience: Psychological, Social and Cultural Processes. In: K. Nilsson et al. (Eds.) Forests, Trees and Berlin: 127-168. Springer.

Brief Summary: Explores sustainable agriculture and food systems in rural-urban areas. PoliRuralPlus should focus on integrating sustainable agricultural practices in RAPs to enhance food security, ecosystem health, and rural-urban economic cooperation.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-90-481-9806-1_11

Original Reference: Watkin L.J. et al. (2019). A Framework for Assessing Benefits of Implemented Nature-Based Solutions, Sustainability, 11(23):6788.

Brief Summary: Investigates how sustainable practices can strengthen rural-urban connectivity. Recommendations: RAPs should incorporate sustainability measures that address both urban and rural needs, such as promoting renewable energy and sustainable land management to support economic integration.

URL: https://doi.org/10.3390/su11236788

Original Reference: Davis, M. & Naumann, S. (2017). Making the case for sustainable urban drainage systems as a nature-based solution to urban flooding. In: N.Kabisch et al. (Eds.) Nature-Based Solutions to Climate Change Adaptation in Urban Areas (pp 123-137). Springer, Cham

Brief Summary: Explores sustainable development frameworks for regional planning. RAPs should integrate sustainability goals, such as renewable energy and sustainable agriculture, to strengthen rural-urban linkages. This aligns with PoliRuralPlus goals of fostering green economies and enhancing environmental resilience in regional plans.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-56091-5_9

Original Reference: Shafique, M., Kim, R. & Kyung-Ho, K. (2018). Rainfall Runoff Mitigation by Retrofitted Permeable Pavement in an Urban Area. Sustainability, 10: 1231.

Brief Summary: Discusses sustainable development practices with a focus on rural areas. Implications: Sustainability is vital for long-term rural resilience. Recommendations: Integrate sustainability practices into RAPs, focusing on renewable resources and ecological protection to strengthen rural-urban linkages.

URL: https://doi.org/10.3390/su10041231

Original Reference: Chou R.J. (2016). Achieving Successful River Restoration in Dense Urban Areas: Lessons from Taiwan. Sustainability, 8(11): 1159

Brief Summary: This article explores how the circular economy can promote sustainable development in both rural and urban regions. Implications: The circular economy provides opportunities for sustainable rural-urban partnerships, particularly in waste management and resource efficiency. Recommendations: Integrate circular economy principles into regional action plans, encouraging cooperation between rural and urban areas in waste recycling, resource recovery, and sustainable production-consumption systems to enhance rural-urban environmental and economic synergies.

URL: Sustainable Development in Urban-Rural Regions

Original Reference: Horton, B. et al. (2016). BeST (Benefits of SuDS Tool) W045c BeST - Technical Guidance Release

Brief Summary: Guidelines on implementing sustainable drainage systems, vital for balancing urban and rural water management. Recommendations: Adopt sustainable drainage systems in regional action plans to mitigate environmental risks and enhance resilience.

URL: https://www.susdrain.org/files/resources/BeST/BeST_Technical_Guidance_W045c.pdf

Original Reference: CIRIA (2001). Sustainable urban drainage systems - best practice manual for England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. CIRIA Report CR086A. Construction Industry Research and Information Association, London

Brief Summary: This guide provides a detailed framework for designing sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) to manage water runoff in urban and rural areas. Implications: SuDS can improve flood resilience, water quality, and biodiversity in both rural and urban regions. Recommendations: Regional action plans should include SuDS solutions to manage stormwater, reduce flood risks, and enhance water quality in rural-urban transition zones. Promote collaboration between urban and rural stakeholders to implement these systems effectively.

URL: CIRIA SuDS Design Guide

Original Reference: CIRIA (2000). Sustainable urban drainage systems - design manual for Scotland and Northern Ireland. CIRIA Report C521. Construction Industry Research and Information Association, Dundee

Brief Summary: This manual provides guidelines for implementing sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) to manage water runoff in rural and urban areas. Implications: SuDS can improve water management and flood resilience, benefiting both rural and urban communities. Recommendations: Include SuDS in regional action plans, focusing on reducing flood risks and improving water quality in rural-urban transition zones. Promote collaborative projects between rural and urban stakeholders to implement sustainable water management solutions.

URL: SuDS Design Manual

Original Reference: Hiemstra, J.A., Saaroni, H. & Amorim, J.H. (2017). Urban Heat Island, thermal comfort and the role of urban green. In: D. Pearlmutter, C. Calfapietra & R. Samson (Eds.), The Urban Forest: Cultivating Green Infrastructure for People and the Environment, pp. 7-19. Springer International Publishing.

Brief Summary: This chapter explores sustainable food systems and their relevance for rural and urban areas. Recommendations: Strengthen sustainable agriculture and food supply chains in rural-urban plans, promoting local food production and distribution networks.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-72031-9_2

Original Reference: Mariani, L. et al. (2016). Climatological analysis of the mitigating effect of vegetation on the urban heat island of Milan, Italy. Science of the Total Environment, 569: 762–773.

Brief Summary: Explores land-use planning for sustainable development in rural-urban regions. PoliRuralPlus RAPs should prioritize balanced land-use strategies that protect natural resources while promoting rural development.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scitotenv.2016.06.209

Original Reference: Eisenman, T.S. et al. (2019). Urban trees, air quality, and asthma: An interdisciplinary review. Landscape and Urban Planning, 187: 47-59

Brief Summary: This paper explores sustainable land use planning, emphasizing the integration of rural and urban spaces. RAPs should promote land-use policies that balance development with environmental protection. PoliRuralPlus pilots can adopt these strategies to ensure harmonious growth while preserving natural resources across rural-urban regions.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.landurbplan.2018.06.003

Original Reference: Teixeira, R. (2010). Sustainable land uses and carbon sequestration: the case of sown biodiverse permanent pastures rich in legumes. Dissertacao para obtencao do Grau de Doutor em Engenharia.

Brief Summary: This paper explores how sustainable land use can contribute to carbon sequestration. Implication: For PoliRuralPlus RAPs, sustainable land management practices such as agroforestry can be integrated into action plans to align with the EU’s green transition goals.

URL: https://www.repository.utl.pt/bitstream/10400.5/2571/1/Sustainable%20land%20uses%20and%20carbon%20sequestration.pdf

Original Reference: Grimes, C. et al. (2017). Report of the Review Workshop 1. Smart Mature Resilience Project Deliverable 5.3.

Brief Summary: Provides insights on resilient and sustainable mobility systems. PoliRuralPlus should include sustainable mobility solutions in RAPs to enhance rural-urban transport systems and resilience to climate and socio-economic shocks.

URL: https://smr-project.eu/fileadmin/user_upload/Documents/Resources/WP_5/D5.3.SMR_Report_ReviewWorkshop1.pdf

Original Reference: “The New European Bauhaus A Cultural Project for Europe” by the European Commission

Brief Summary: Focuses on integrating sustainability, inclusivity, and aesthetics into design and innovation. Suggests collaboration between rural and urban regions through projects focusing on sustainable infrastructure and community engagement.

URL: European Commission Fact Sheet