With communities growing denser and outdoor space becoming more precious, the demand for accessible, high-quality green spaces has never been greater. Responding to this challenge, Project Green has rapidly become a driving force in reshaping Malta and Gozo’s urban landscape.

In just two years since its establishment, Project Green has successfully opened or refurbished an impressive 100,000 square metres of open spaces across the islands.

With 25 completed projects already enhancing the quality of life for local communities, Project Green continues to drive the mission forward with an ambitious and impactful vision for 2025 and the years to come.

Among the most significant ongoing initiatives is the Park l-Inħawi project in Fgura. Covering 50,000 square metres, this expansive site sits alongside historic fortifications and includes large areas that have been inaccessible to the public since the Second World War. For decades, these spaces remained sealed off, their potential untapped. Today, Project Green is transforming the area into one of the southern region’s largest and most important family-friendly parks.

The scale of Park l-Inħawi is remarkable, equivalent to seven football pitches. As work progresses, forgotten corners filled with citrus groves, wartime rubble, and historical structures are being rediscovered and integrated into the park’s design. The careful revitalisation of these features will give residents and visitors a new experience of the area’s cultural and natural heritage.

Once completed, Park l-Inħawi will serve as a vital ‘green lung’ for Fgura’s urban community of around 11,000 residents. The plans include picnic areas, social activity zones, shaded pathways, and walkways constructed from sustainable materials. This project will offer a peaceful, accessible refuge for families, joggers, children, and anyone looking to enjoy the outdoors within walking distance of home.

Beyond Fgura, Project Green is advancing works on 19 active sites across Malta and Gozo. The momentum behind its initiatives is clear: this year alone, another 100,000 square metres of open spaces have been delivered, with the same amount scheduled for next year. Project Green is committed to increasing public access to green areas and improving environmental well-being across the islands.

To support this ambitious programme, 25 tenders totalling €40 million were issued between October 2024 and October 2025. These investments emphasise the scale and seriousness of Project Green’s vision, ensuring that high-quality materials, innovative designs, and sustainable practices lie at the heart of every development.

Another exciting upcoming project is the Pinetum in Floriana, a serene green space spanning nearly 5,000 square metres. This garden will enrich the area with new plant life and highlight important historical features found on-site, including the historic English barracks. The barracks, which will undergo restoration, were originally used for storing bullets and ammunition, as well as additional fortification structures.

Project Green’s ongoing works represent a shift in how Malta values and interacts with its public spaces. By revitalising neglected environments, restoring historical heritage, and creating new natural havens, Project Green is helping build healthier, greener, and more connected communities for generations to come.

Have you visited any green spaces in Malta lately?