Prize awarded for Green Oases 2021

Greenery on and around buildings contributes significantly to the beautification of our cityscape. In addition to the aesthetic aspect, greenery on buildings is of great importance for the urban climate and ecology. Rainwater is retained, stored and later released again, creating a balanced microclimate in summer. The leaf mass binds pollutants such as CO2, reduces noise and provides food and habitat for numerous animals such as birds and insects. Last but not least, the color green has a calming and relaxing effect on us humans - green is a piece of perceived quality of life.

The city of Jena would like to invite all owners and designers of ecologically and aesthetically particularly successful green façades, roofs, balconies, front gardens, courtyards and fallow land to apply for the "Award for Green Oases in Jena". Both long-term and temporary green objects can be awarded.

The prize is worth a total of 2,000 euros and is usually divided among several winners.

The application period is until 05.09.2021 (end of the vacation season)

We require the following information from applicants:

• Name and address, e-mail address or telephone number
• Location and detailed description of the greening
• Several informative photos

Applications are open to private individuals, companies, clubs, associations, planning offices and architects who own a greened property and/or have created a project and have been authorized by the owner to take part in the competition.

Please submit your application to

Jena City Council
Environmental Protection Department, Lower Nature Conservation Authority
Am Anger 26
07743 Jena

or by e-mail to umweltschutz@jena.de(link sends email)

This year's award ceremony is scheduled for October.