REIMAGINING OUR RELATIONSHIP WITH NATURE IN THE CITY
Green Dot CoalitioN
Increasing community access to green spaces that are…
SustainablE.
ECONOMICALLy VIBRANT.
climate-RESilient.
The Green Dot Coalition is a equity focused placemaking organization working to translate community vision into green spaces, practices, and policies that:
Build a more climate-resilient communities
Foster projects that are water-smart, pollinator-friendly, and regenerative
Empower local business leaders and community stakeholders
Advocate for underrepresented communities
The Challenge
Historical Redlining, disinvestment, and industrialization have led to the loss of green space in the Denver metro area leading to issues such as heat island effects, low tree canopy, and an abundance of impervious surfaces.
Green Dot Coalition focuses on the “spaces in between” building green spaces in environmentally omitted communities in Denver, CO.
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It takes a community vision to see true results.
Type of Projects
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Pocket Parks
Turning even the smallest spaces green, creating a beautiful and functional area that benefits everyone. Say goodbye to concrete and steel and hello to green spaces.
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Sustainable landscaping
Transforming underutilized spaces into functional and accessible areas. Our approach not only improves the immediate surroundings but also contributes to the community’s vision.
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tree planting
Trees act as the lungs of the city. With strategic partnerships, we improve the air quality, increase foot traffic, and creat enjoyable spaces in historically under-resourced communities
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Maintenance Programs
These initiatives ensure the long-term health and vitality of the green spaces we create. Through strategic planning and community engagement, we establish sustainable maintenance protocols that include regular care, and ongoing support.
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Business Activations
Enaging with small businesses to create inviting and accessible urban green spaces outside their brick & mortar and in their community. These spaces provide a natural backdrop for the community, Walkable streets, and increased foot traffic.
Our Ethos is our mission
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Collective Work
We are a collective of passionate organizations taking a dynamic approach to increasing access to Green Infrastructure in environmentally omitted spaces.
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Community Vision
Community vision and advocacy are key pillars in our work. Engaging directly with community stakeholders, small businesses, and RNO’s, each project is guided by the community’s vision every step of the way. Ensuring their needs are the foundation of the project
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Sustainability
The longevity of what we build is always in the forefront of our work. By joining forces with strategic partners to create innovative and sustainable maintenance strategies we ensure each projects will go the distance.
Community driven
Economically vibrant
ecofriendly
empowered
Community driven Economically vibrant ecofriendly empowered
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