The fourth day was dedicated to the city of Verona, a city in northern Italy known for its historical richness and architecture, but also distinguished by the attention it gives to environmental quality.
Like many European cities, Verona faces challenges with air pollution, mainly due to road traffic and industrial activity. The city has implemented various measures to improve air quality, including low-emission zones where the traffic of polluting vehicles is restricted. The city promotes the use of bicycles and public transportation to reduce dependence on private vehicles. There are bike lanes spread throughout the city and a bike rental system.
Verona also has parks and green areas, such as Giardino Giusti and Parco delle Mura. These areas are important for the preservation of local biodiversity, but they also provide leisure and recreational spaces for citizens, contributing to the quality of life in the city.
The city has a waste management system, promoting the separation and recycling of materials at various points across the city.
The water resources, particularly the Adige River, which is one of the city’s landmarks, appear somewhat murky and dirty. Given that high-quality water should be colorless, tasteless, and odorless, we ended up classifying the river’s quality based on visual impression.
Verona is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which means there is a strong commitment to preserving historical monuments and the urban landscape, where environmental policies aim to promote, develop, and conserve natural and cultural resources.
