Lisbon Pilot Site

OVERVIEW

Bairro da Boavista, a northwestern neighborhood in Lisbon, faces multiple urban challenges, including outdated infrastructure, aging buildings, and weak connections to the capital’s main services and facilities.

While recent efforts to construct new housing and retrofit existing buildings have improved overall living conditions, challenges remain in managing public spaces, addressing energy poverty, and enhancing indoor comfort. High unemployment rates, low levels of formal education, and limited usage of digital tools further expose the community to significant socio-economic risks.

Additionally, Bairro da Boavista’s unique topography, combined with its geological and geomorphological conditions, makes it highly vulnerable to natural disasters such as flooding, extreme heatwaves, and seismic activity. Its proximity to Monsanto Forest Park also increases the risk of wildfires.