Balancing urban expansion with the need for more green spaces—what should be prioritized?

As Chakar grows, the pressure to develop new housing and infrastructure often comes at the expense of green spaces, which are crucial for the city’s environmental health and the well-being of its residents. This debate will focus on finding sustainable solutions that allow for urban growth while preserving or even expanding green areas like parks and community gardens. Participants will discuss zoning policies, green building initiatives, and community land trusts as potential solutions to this tension. Can we create more vertical green spaces, or are there innovative ways to integrate nature into new developments? The debate will consider both environmental impacts and community needs for recreation and mental health.