Rethinking Nature Restoration: Listening to Communities for Lasting Change

On 31 January 2025, the Italian SUPERB demo partners and EFI co-organized a Public Engagement Workshop with Politecnico di Milano’s Density Design to explore public perceptions of urban nature restoration in Milan. Analyzing social media comments revealed that community concerns often stem from practical urban issues rather than opposition to nature. Effective engagement requires listening, addressing everyday worries, and tailoring communication to connect with diverse audiences.