About the Project

NordicPATH pursues the development of new models for citizen’s participation and a collaborative planning culture in Nordic countries for healthier and people-centered cities. By tackling complex environmental issues such as Air Quality and, subsequently, climate change, it investigates the development of innovative methods targeted for Nordic governance to create smart and sustainable urban solutions with a citizen-oriented approach. Data collected from co-monitoring official stations and citizens’ own measuring devices will constitute the cornerstone for stimulating the co-creation of solutions between citizens, urban planners, authorities and scientists. In this regard, the Service Design Lab will provide methods to engage with citizens and integrate their inputs into inclusive governance planning processes, ensuring high quality and effective cross-sectoral collaboration.

From workshops or interventions for encouraging the discussion of environmental and urban planning issues, to the description and presentation of the project’s results in conferences or local events, the Service Design Lab will also be in charge of the communication and project dissemination activities. In order to ensure the approach of the scientific findings to the broad range of stakeholders involved, we will work on a holistic communication plan, both online and onsite, and contributing at the same time to the academic community without forgetting a tailored outreach for citizens, urban planners, policymakers and the general public.

Learn more on the project’s website.