Walk, Cycle, Live, Stirling
Walk, Cycle, Live, Stirling
Stirling E-Walk Cycle Live is a groundbreaking urban development initiative committed to advancing sustainability and liveability through the incorporation of green infrastructure. Located in the heart of Stirling, this mixed-use development aims to promote sustainable mobility, enhance green spaces, and cultivate a sense of community.
The project stands out for its extensive vegetated streetscapes including native plants, trees and green corridors. Beyond contributing to the aesthetic appeal, these features actively address environmental concerns. Notably, they reduce the Heat Island Effect and provide a habitat for local fauna. Additionally, the strategic placement of rain gardens and bioswales mitigates stormwater runoff, effectively addressing the four pillars of Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SUDS): Quality, Quantity, Amenity, and Biodiversity.
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Stirling E-Walk Cycle Live is a groundbreaking urban development initiative committed to advancing sustainability and liveability through the incorporation of green infrastructure. Located in the heart of Stirling, this mixed-use development aims to promote sustainable mobility, enhance green spaces, and cultivate a sense of community.
The project stands out for its extensive vegetated streetscapes including native plants, trees and green corridors. Beyond contributing to the aesthetic appeal, these features actively address environmental concerns. Notably, they reduce the Heat Island Effect and provide a habitat for local fauna. Additionally, the strategic placement of rain gardens and bioswales mitigates stormwater runoff, effectively addressing the four pillars of Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SUDS): Quality, Quantity, Amenity, and Biodiversity.
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“These walking and wheeling corridors will promote more sustainable travel, healthier lifestyles and opportunities for tourism while connecting Stirling’s educational institutions, businesses and communities.”,
Integral to the project’s success is its inclusive approach to community involvement. Residents were not merely passive beneficiaries, instead, they were educated about the benefits of green initiatives, and their feedback was actively sought during both the planning and implementation phases. This engagement fostered a sense of ownership ensuring the project’s long-term sustainability. The positive environmental and social outcomes position Stirling as a model for future sustainable urban development projects.
There has been a notable 30% increase in retail sales thanks to walking and cycling projects – Living Streets, 2014
Key stakeholders and businesses contributing to this project include Stirling Council, Ironside Farrar Edinburgh and Hill House Quarry Group. Sustrans Scotland Places for Everyone Scheme and Transport for Scotland generously offered essential funding, with additional support from the Stirling and Clackmannanshire City Region Deal.
“These walking and wheeling corridors will promote more sustainable travel, healthier lifestyles and opportunities for tourism while connecting Stirling’s educational institutions, businesses and communities.”,
Integral to the project’s success is its inclusive approach to community involvement. Residents were not merely passive beneficiaries, instead, they were educated about the benefits of green initiatives, and their feedback was actively sought during both the planning and implementation phases. This engagement fostered a sense of ownership ensuring the project’s long-term sustainability. The positive environmental and social outcomes position Stirling as a model for future sustainable urban development projects.
There has been a notable 30% increase in retail sales thanks to walking and cycling projects – Living Streets, 2014
Key stakeholders and businesses contributing to this project include Stirling Council, Ironside Farrar Edinburgh and Hill House Quarry Group. Sustrans Scotland Places for Everyone Scheme and Transport for Scotland generously offered essential funding, with additional support from the Stirling and Clackmannanshire City Region Deal.
The scheme employed a range of innovative products to enhance its green infrastructure, including GreenBlue’s load-bearing modular soil cell, RootSpace G2, and RootRain Arborvents to allow airflow within the tree pits and Root Directors driving the roots downwards and avoiding pavement upheave for the six strategically planted trees—ArborGuy Deadman guying systems for tree stability and Yare DTS Tree Grilles for above-ground protection.
The inclusion of welcoming spaces along cycling routes not only enhances aesthetics but also contributes to increased oxygen levels. These spaces were designed with minimal footprint, considering utilities, including information boards to advise the community of the when and why questions.
In a nod to the city’s history and ecological value, the project prioritised the preservation of existing trees. These trees were carefully treated and protected during interventions, balancing modern development and environmental conservation.
In conclusion, the Stirling E-Walk Cycle Live Project exemplifies best practices in urban development by seamlessly integrating green infrastructure, actively involving the community, and incorporating innovative and essential best-practice planting products.
Through careful planning and collaboration with key stakeholders, the project addresses current environmental challenges and positions Stirling as a pioneer in sustainable urban development for future cycleways. Discover more on how urban tree planting supports with Active Travel here.
The scheme employed a range of innovative products to enhance its green infrastructure, including GreenBlue’s load-bearing modular soil cell, RootSpace G2, and RootRain Arborvents to allow airflow within the tree pits and Root Directors driving the roots downwards and avoiding pavement upheave for the six strategically planted trees—ArborGuy Deadman guying systems for tree stability and Yare DTS Tree Grilles for above-ground protection.
The inclusion of welcoming spaces along cycling routes not only enhances aesthetics but also contributes to increased oxygen levels. These spaces were designed with minimal footprint, considering utilities, including information boards to advise the community of the when and why questions.
In a nod to the city’s history and ecological value, the project prioritised the preservation of existing trees. These trees were carefully treated and protected during interventions, balancing modern development and environmental conservation.
In conclusion, the Stirling E-Walk Cycle Live Project exemplifies best practices in urban development by seamlessly integrating green infrastructure, actively involving the community, and incorporating innovative and essential best-practice planting products.
Through careful planning and collaboration with key stakeholders, the project addresses current environmental challenges and positions Stirling as a pioneer in sustainable urban development for future cycleways. Discover more on how urban tree planting supports with Active Travel here.
