Citizens shape Vienna's climate: 23 projects implemented by 2027!

Citizens shape Vienna's climate: 23 projects implemented by 2027!

Rudolfsheim-Fünfhaus, Österreich - the reason for a better Austria

What does Vienna have to do with growing awareness of climate protection and citizen participation? A lot! Since 2022, the Be Viennese Climate Team has been participating in an interesting projective adventure that enables citizens to work actively to develop solutions for climate protection at the district level. The initiative is a prime example of civil engagement and shows how local communities can actively participate in a sustainable city life. According to Tockanai, it is the Viennese: Inside since the start of the innovation project, it is possible to submit concrete suggestions to improve your environment.

The recent session round of the climatic team has shown that the citizen participation in the districts of Alsergrund, Meidling and Rudolfsheim-Fünfhaus is very popular. As part of the project, a total of 23 proposals, which are to be realized by 2027, could be selected by a committee that consists of randomly selected citizens. In Alsergrund, for example, seven projects are to be implemented, including the creation of an energy community for the local power supply, the “green” of the streets and the construction of new bike paths.

variety of projects

But what happened in the other districts? In Meidling, the focus is on promoting the bioraznity and the circular economy, and a free bicycle workshop is even launched here. Those responsible also rely on eight creative projects in Rudolfsheim-Fünfhaus that strive for social cohesion and climatic adaptation. This also includes the conversion of a street into a meeting zone and the redesign of the square in front of the church into a recreation room. This is impressive that the Viennese: Inside, not only contribute to climate protection ideas, but also want to create a space for communication and social interaction.

A look at the next steps

In autumn 2025, the project will continue in the districts of Josefstadt and Penzing, and the best thing about it: Every resident is invited to bring in his ideas for a climate silver -like Vienna. As Energetika-Net reports, special attention is paid in this round on difficult-to-reach groups, so that everyone really has the chance to raise their voice and take part in the design process. Jürgen Czernohorszky, a member of the Vienna City Government, emphasizes the immense importance of the active commitment of the citizens and is pleased with the numerous participation.

The implementation of these ideas is supported by a total budget of 13 million euros, which is made available to the districts in the pilot phases. This not only gives the proposals to be heard, but also the necessary financial resources for their realization.

With the Viennese climatic team, Vienna becomes a lively example of democracy in action, which not only changes the cityscape, but also strengthens social structures. It remains exciting to see how this participatory project will develop and what influence it can have on future generations.