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University of Padua Botanical Garden

University of Padua Botanical Garden

Contact:

Francesco Dal Grande

Professor

francesco.dalgrande@unipd.it

393-801-831505

Region Served: Padua, Italy

Website: www.ortobotanicopd.it

Focus Area: Research Completed Planned

Research

Conduct region-specific research related to climate change

Additional Goals for This Institution

Buildings and Energy

Water

Reduce use of municipal water by at least 25%

Reduce potable water for irrigation by at least 25%

Food Service

Transportation

Waste

Eliminate the sale and use of bottled water

Landscapes and Horticulture

Ensure 25% of all lawn/garden maintenance equipment is electric

Ensure that 50% pesticides and fertilizers used are not derived from fossil fuels

Investments

Internal and External Engagement

Educate visitors on the impacts of food choices and waste on climate change

Teach facts and best practices to mitigate and reduce global climate change

‹ University of British Columbia Botanical Garden

University of Washington Botanic Gardens ›

Presented by
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

Additional Resources

2030 Palette: A Database of Sustainable Design Strategies and Resources

BGCI Technical Review: The Role of Botanic Gardens in Practising
and Promoting Environmental Sustainability

Our Collections Matter: ICCROM

Project Drawdown

Public Gardens Sustainability Index

United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

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