It’s once again summer here at the Karmelitermarkt. There had been and has been going on something.

Interestingly, about three years ago, the green party of the district („Grüne“) had started an initiative here at the Karmelitermarkt to render the area with more trees, architecturally more quality of life and cooling down its temperatures. This initiative then had been stopped by the social-democrats (SPÖ) and the conservative party (ÖVP). To read more on this, simply click on this Link.

Remarkably, a new initative of the „Neos“ party has come into life to provide the Karmelitermarkt with mobile green spaces. During the past district assembly the Neos brought in such a request. This request has been forwarded for further consideration and debate to the environmental council of the district. The latter will be open to decide on Neos‘ request in September 2024 and November 2024. Both meetings will be closed-door debates.

Imagine if suddenly there are eight to ten green islands at the open space of Karmelitermarkt during the week, in which you can have a sit in surrounded by self watering plants–thanks to photovoltaics-enjoying the breeze of cooler airs and having a good time with friends. These mobile green elements can be removed before the weekend markets and can be positioned back after the markets. At least, such green mobile islands would be a first start to create a more liveable, greener Karmelitermarkt. Read more about this Neos‘ request by clicking on this Link.