Key outcomes GOVERNANCE The Lake Texcoco project adopts a collabo- rative, multistakeholder approach that integrates government agencies, local communities and environmen- tal organizations. The project emphasizes public engagement and transparency, cultivating an inclusive decision-making process throughout the planning and execution phases. By ensuring the active participation of local communities and stakeholders, the project lays the foundation for long-term stewardship, facilitating adaptive man- agement that can respond to evolving environmental conditions and community needs. ENVIRONMENT The revitalization of Lake Texcoco focuses on ecosystem restoration, biodiversity con- servation and climate change mitigation. The project employs sustainable land management practices to restore the lake’s wetlands and surrounding habitats. This includes water management tech- niques, erosion control and habitat restoration, all aimed at preserving and enhancing the local ecosystem. By focusing on regenerative land practices and responsible resource use, the project contributes to the region’s long-term environmental resilience. ECONOMY The revitalization of Lake Texcoco integrates long-term economic sustainability with envi- ronmental restoration. The project prioritizes cultural values and the preservation of natural resources over short-term economic gains, ensuring the area’s long-term economic viability through tourism, sustainable agriculture and ecosystem services. By restoring the wetlands and improving biodiversity, the project enhances local live- lihoods through ecosystem-based industries. It also promotes local job creation and skill development, ensuring the sustainable opera- tion of the revived ecosystem and creating lasting economic benefits for the surrounding communities. The project’s design considers the economic impact of sustainable land use and construction, ensuring the efficient use of resources throughout its life cycle. SENSE OF PLACE Revitalizing Lake Texcoco strengthens the cultural and emotional connection between the local community and their environment. By restoring the lake and its surrounding areas, the project enhances the region’s identity and promotes cultural attachment. It celebrates the area’s ecological and historical significance, cultivating a deeper bond between people and place. Through its focus on environmental res- toration and cultural heritage, the project ensures that the revitalized space resonates with the community and that it will continue to do so for generations to come. 80 81Stakeholders Replicability and lessons learned Replicable or scalable aspects ▪Community-driven planning: The participatory design process, which incorporated feedback from local stakeholders, can be replicated in other urban ecological restoration projects to ensure local needs are addressed and cultivate long-term ownership. ▪Nature-based solutions for urban challenges: The park’s approach to using wetlands for flood mitigation and water management can be replicated in cities facing similar environmental challenges. ▪Cultural integration: The integration of cultural heritage and public spaces can be applied to other projects that seek to reconnect urban populations with their natural environment and historical legacy.Key stakeholders Local communities surrounding Lake Texcoco Funding ▪Government of Mexico ▪Local environmental organizations ▪International environmental foundations and NGOsOngoing management ▪SEMARNAT ▪Local community groups and environmental organizations ▪Park management teams Client Mexican Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources (SEMARNAT) Construction ▪Grupo HYCSA ▪Regiomontana de Construcción y Servicios S.A. de C.V. (RECSA) ▪Empresas ICA ▪GAMI Ingeniería e InstalacionesConsultants ▪Ecologists and environmental engineers specializing in wetlands restoration and flood management (Conspectus) ▪International experts in ecology and urban planning who provide technical supportDesign Iñaki EcheverríaStructures from the unfinished airport have been repurposed at the park. Iñaki Echeverria

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