Naples, the project for the urban regeneration of Ponticelli by the “Sott’e’ngoppa” association

NAPOLI – It begins today, in the heart of the Ponticelli district, the “Agri-Culture” projecta tangible example of how experimental urban planning policies can translate into innovative urban regeneration programs. Promoted byAssociation Sott’e’ncoppa and supported by WITH THE SOUTH Foundationthe initiative represents a preview of the neighborhood’s urban recovery plan, through the redevelopment of the land and the launch of an innovative path of public use that integrates sustainability, social inclusion and economic development.

Sustainable agriculture, social inclusion and educational activities. The project was born from an initiative of the Municipality of Naples, which through a public notice made land of over 10,000 square meters available to select a partner and promote the development of activities with a high positive impact for the local community. The decision to allocate this space to a project that integrates sustainable agriculture, social inclusion and educational activities demonstrates how an urban plan can transform not only into a tool for territorial redevelopment, but also into a driving force for social and economic innovation.

From a state of abandonment to a collective resource. “Agri-Cultura” represents a concrete example of how abandoned land can be transformed into a resource for the community, anticipating future urban planning guidelines that aim at an integrated recovery of the Ponticelli district. Thanks to the strategic vision of the Municipality, this project establishes itself as a model of sustainability and inclusion, foreshadowing the long-term benefits of urban regeneration.

Going beyond agriculture. “Agri-Cultura” goes beyond simple agriculture: it is a project that promotes socio-work regeneration and creates opportunities for disadvantaged people and vulnerable individuals. The experimental policy of the Municipality of Naples, in allocating this land, has acted as a catalyst for the development of a sustainable business that embraces the principles of the circular economy and environmental sustainability. The project not only redevelops and enhances an abandoned area, but also invests in human capital, offering training courses and job placement opportunities for those who risk being excluded from the job market.