About GP4Streets
Pioneering Climate Adaptation in Urban Environments
Led by the University of Surrey’s Global Centre for Clean Air Research (GCARE) in partnership with the Universities of Bath, Sheffield, UWE Bristol, and Imperial College London, GP4Streets (DIY Greening Prescription for Climate Adaptation in Urban Streets) is an innovative research project funded by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) under the Maximising UK Adaptation to Climate Change initiative. Backed by £2M in funding over 30 months, the project aims to transform urban climate adaptation strategies through close collaboration with the King's Climate Adaptation Hub, the Met Office, and several non-academic partners.
Our Vision
At GP4Streets, we recognise that streets are the heart of our neighbourhoods, yet they are often the most deprived areas in terms of green-blue-grey infrastructure (GBGI). Our vision is to transform these urban spaces into resilient, sustainable environments through innovative, do-it-yourself (DIY) GBGI solutions.
We are creating a ‘greening prescription for streets’, which is accessible, cost-effective, and easy-to-implement climate adaptation solutions that empower both the public and policymakers to tackle critical environmental and societal challenges posed by climate change in confined urban spaces.
Our Objectives
Co-design GBGI solutions and public engagement strategies at household and street levels.
Develop advanced numerical models of GBGI interventions at local and city scales.
Optimise GBGI performance, considering both ecological impact and human well-being.
Create a decision-making tool for stakeholders to identify optimal GBGI solutions and their multiple benefits.
What Sets Us Apart
Focus on Local Impact:
We target household and street-level interventions, a scale often overlooked in climate adaptation research and policy.
DIY Approach:
Our solutions are designed to be implemented by residents and local communities, fostering engagement and ownership.
Multidisciplinary Collaboration:
We unite experts from five leading universities: the University of Surrey (lead), the University of Bath, the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol), the University of Sheffield, and Imperial College London.
Cutting-Edge Technology:
We utilise advanced monitoring and modelling technologies to explore and optimise the benefits of DIY GBGIs.
Community-Driven:
Through our RECLAIM Plus Network, we engage with a large end-user community, ensuring our solutions meet real-world needs.
Research Infrastructure and Partnerships
GP4Streets benefits from a rich and supportive research environment, enabling cross-programme and cross-partner benefits. Our project brings together:
Five collaborating institutions: University of Surrey, University of Bath, UWE Bristol, University of Sheffield, and Imperial College London
Nine external partners, including local authorities and community organisations
A network of aligned activities and linkages that create a robust supporting research infrastructure
This collaborative approach ensures that our research is grounded in real-world needs and can be effectively translated into practical solutions for urban communities across the UK.
Join Us in Transforming Urban Spaces
GP4Streets is more than a research project; it’s a movement towards creating resilient, sustainable, and liveable urban environments. By addressing issues like overheating, air pollution, flooding, and mental health concerns associated with urban living, we’re paving the way for a greener, healthier future in our cities.
Together, we can turn our streets into thriving ecosystems that adapt to and mitigate the impacts of climate change, one neighbourhood at a time.
