History

Introduction

The idea of a Green Network was conceived in our region by visionary strategic planners who considered what is essential to a successful City Region.

They recognised that a key component of that success was a high quality environment in the form of connected multi-functional greenspace - a ‘Green Network’.

The Green Network would link urban and rural areas and be transformational in terms of its vision, scale and commitment to action.

Concept

The Green Network concept was first included in the Glasgow & the Clyde Valley Structure Plan in 2000, and further developed and spatially represented in the GCV 2006 Structure Plan.

This was the first time the concept was introduced to audiences to help them understand that the Green Network permeates the urban environment and links to regional rural assets.

The GCV Green Network have been at the forefront of Green Network thinking since 2007, leading with the development of guidance, analytical tools and greenspace initiatives.

We have also been instrumental in facilitating the development of major Green Network delivery projects such as the Seven Lochs Wetland Park.

Timeline

What's Next

The Climate and Ecological Crises mean there are new challenges that the Green Network is well placed to help address.

The strong policy framework we have long campaigned for and worked towards is now in place, so the priority is now to translate this into locally targeted action and on the ground delivery.

GCV Green Network will continue to innovate and lead on new policy areas such as Nature Networks and biodiversity enhancement through new development, working to support our partners meet the challenges and opportunities ahead.

Blueprint

Our Blueprint sets out how and where the Green Network should be delivered across the Region in the coming decade. Learn more about our 5 key delivery initiatives here.