Driving Climate Resilience in Placemaking

At EDLA, we are always mindful of the importance of climate resilience in our projects, ensuring that our designs not only meet today’s needs but also help safeguard the future. Investing in resilience now will reduce long-term costs while creating more sustainable, liveable spaces.

Director Donald Roberts, recently chaired an illuminating panel discussion on Placemaking and Climate Resilience at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.

The conversation delved into pivotal questions, including: “If you could implement one bold, transformative change today to radically accelerate climate resilience, what would it be—and why aren’t we doing it yet?” The panel’s responses were both thought-provoking and wide-ranging, offering fresh perspectives and inspiring dialogue.

This event also saw the launch of the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park Landscape and Public Realm Framework, alongside the updated Park Design Guide. Notably, the guide now includes carbon calculations for 10 core materials used in the park, reflecting the increasing emphasis on sustainable practices and climate resilience.