We’re delighted to share that La Voix du Nord, a prominent regional newspaper in France, has spotlighted the Cool Neighbourhoods project in its latest coverage of the conference held on 9 October 2025 in Saint-Omer.
This well-attended event, organised by the City of Saint-Omer and CAPSO, focused on how historic urban areas can adapt to the growing risks of climate change while improving liveability for local communities. The article captures the essence of the discussions, pilot site tours, and collaborative exchanges that took place.
Key insight from the article?
Dominique Poissonnier, forecasting expert from Météo France, presented compelling data on future climate impacts in the Audomarois region. By 2100, the area is expected to see an increase in:
- Heatwaves
- Tropical nights
- Wildfire risk
Yet his message was also hopeful:
“It’s not too late to avoid the worst, as long as we all act at our level.”
Dominique Poissonnier, Presenting at the conference.
Cool Neighbourhoods was proud to contribute to the event by showcasing its innovative tools, training materials, and on-the-ground pilot experiences from across North-West Europe. These practical examples are helping cities take tangible action against urban heat stress and climate vulnerabilities.
🎥 Want a quick overview of the Cool Neighbourhoods project?
Watch this short video by Tako Popma, recorded during the Saint-Omer event:
👉 Project Overview Video – Cool
Neighbourhoods
The link to the full La Voix du Nord article is below — and also an attachment with the English translation.
Together, we’re demonstrating how transnational cooperation and community action can create cooler, greener, and more liveable neighbourhoods across Europe.
📎 Link & Attachment:
- French Article Link – La Voix du Nord
- English Translation – Cool Neighbourhoods Team (PDF)
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