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Depave Paradise

Registered Name: London Environmental Institute

Business No: 767014889RR0001

Depave Paradise
The London Environmental Network is launching a new program called Depave Paradise in the London area. At Depave Paradise events, local volunteers gather to reclaim the soil. Using pry bars and shovels, community members break up an area of unused pavement and turn it into living green space.
Removing asphalt with volunteers is an exciting new trend that renews neglected urban spaces. Across Canada over 23 cities and removed over 9,500 m2 of pavement and diverted over 5,000 m3 of stormwater from our waterways. London is keen to join the movement of replacing concrete jungles with native plants.
Reasons why Depaving is important for the environment:
Hard surfaces like driveways, parking lots and buildings interrupt the natural water cycle. This creates heat sinks, prevents rain from soaking into the ground and compounds flood risk. Runoff collects pollutants and carries them to the nearest surface water, closing beaches and compromising drinking water sources.

Removing pavement and replacing it with native plants, trees and shrubs helps to offset and reduce these issues. Depaving has many benefits:

  • Naturally cools urban areas.
  • Restores the natural water cycle.
  • Absorbs rainfall and reduces the risk of flooding.
  • Creates habitat for native birds, pollinators, and animals.
  • Asserts a calming influence through cooling and beautification.
  • Builds awareness, skills and motivation to create more resilient neighbourhoods.

Your funds will go towards materials like mulch, soil and plants, as well as services like asphalt recycling and staff time to coordinate the projects. 

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