“Hortus Lizori” participates in the Festival of Sustainable Development 2025!

“Hortus Lizori” participates in the Festival of Sustainable Development 2025!

The “Hortus Lizori” exhibit, set up in Umbria at Palazzo Trinci in Borgo Lizori, participates in the Festival of Sustainable Development 2025!
🔗 Explore the calendar event The “Hortus Lizori” event promotes the enhancement of villages from the perspective of Sustainable Development and consists of a series of representations made during a workshop that involved young designers, who, working in the village, enhanced its potential by representing innovative and sustainable conservation actions. Inside Palazzo Trinci, visitors will also be able to admire the works of the founder, Antonio Meneghetti, creator and initiator of the recovery of the Lizori hamlet, which, as an open-stage museum, they will be able to discover as they wander through the alleys leading to the exhibition venue. The “Hortus Lizori” project, supported by the Antonio Meneghetti Scientific and Humanistic Research Foundation and conceived by the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Perugia, proposes a reflection on the theme of sustainable development of abandoned hamlets and has been selected as a best practice by the United Nations and published on the UN SDGs Platform for Action website.
🔗 View on UN website

We look forward to seeing you at Lizori!
Opening hours: every Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Published: “Perspectives. Lizori. Signs and Dialogues” – A new contribution from the Foundation to the enhancement of the Lizori Project

Published: “Perspectives. Lizori. Signs and Dialogues” – A new contribution from the Foundation to the enhancement of the Lizori Project

The Antonio Meneghetti Scientific and Humanistic Research Foundation is pleased to present the new volume “Perspectives. Lizori. Signs and Dialogues”, the result of an interdisciplinary research project developed within the framework of the Meneghetti Award.

The book highlightsthe work carried out during a workshop held in the medieval village of Lizori, located in the heart of Umbria, which was regenerated thanks to a restoration initiative launched by Antonio Meneghetti in the 1970s.

Through drawings, photographs, and theoretical reflections, the volume explores the themes of living, beauty, and the relationship between humans, architecture, and landscape. The experience of the authors—experts, artists, and scholars—creates a dialogue between art, representation, and creativity as tools to interpret space, read the landscape, and imagine new future scenarios.

In this perspective, Lizori becomes not only an object of study but also a living space for research and inspiration, offering a replicable model for the enhancement of rural sites.

Edited by Fabio Bianconi, Marco Filippucci, and Michela Meschini, the book is aimed at researchers, designers, scholars, and readers interested in exploring the cultural and symbolic value of rural territories.

Publication details:
Perspectives. Lizori. Signs and Dialogues
ISBN: 978-88-88742-16-8
For more information: www.psicoedit.com

Research Award for Degree Thesis ‘THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN HUMAN BEING AND SOCIETY”

Research Award for Degree Thesis ‘THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN HUMAN BEING AND SOCIETY”

MENEGHETTI AWARD 2024 Premio di Ricerca per Tesi di Laurea

“IL RAPPORTO UOMO-SOCIETA’”

In line with the United Nations SDGs, the Meneghetti Award 2024 was launched for Master’s degree thesis writers who have creatively, functionally, sustainably and inclusively dealt with the important human-society relationship in their work. In awarding the prizes, the coherence of the scientific work with sustainable development issues was also assessed, and the results provided us with a wealth of topics from which to draw inspiration for future initiatives. Particularly evident in all the thesis papers is the inescapable call for each individual to take responsibility for his or her own actions within social dynamics. Human being is described as responsible for his destiny, a participant in public life, a party to the actions necessary to change the state of things, a protagonist in the face of inequalities and an inspirer of new creative and futuristic solutions. The award ceremony took place at the Albertina Academy of Fine Arts in Turin on 27 September 2024, during the opening ceremony of the exhibition ‘Lizori Signs and Dialogues’. In attendance were Enrico Pupi, Diana Quadri and Christian Scheider, who were able to present their work and receive congratulations from the audience and a Meneghetti Award plaque.  

See the 10 prize-winning theses and the names of the winners

 
Hortus Lizori @ 8NYC Green Mentors Conference at the Cornell University’s ILR Centre

Hortus Lizori @ 8NYC Green Mentors Conference at the Cornell University’s ILR Centre

At the 8th NYC Green Mentors Conference, held at Cornell University’s ILR Centre on September 23–24, 2024, Renars Raubiskis, representing the Antonio Meneghetti Scientific and Humanistic Research Foundation presented the Hortus Lizori project as an innovative example of how higher education can actively support rural revitalization and sustainable development. The presentation,
based on the research of Prof. Fabio Bianconi and Prof. Marco Filippucci, professors at the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering of the University of Perugia, outlined how the project connects education, research, civic engagement, and heritage preservation in rural areas through a model that has already engaged more than 30 universities across Europe and beyond.
The Hortus Lizori initiative is led by the Antonio Meneghetti Scientific and Humanistic Research Foundation.
The initiative also serves as a model for knowledge transfer and capacity-building in rural areas, emphasizing the integration of education and heritage preservation. The Meneghetti Foundation continues to expand its work internationally, sharing its methods with other academic institutions, professional networks, and administrative bodies interested in replicating the approach.
The main goal of Green Mentors—“What do we intend to achieve? Responsible education for a sustainable future”—is perfectly aligned with the mission of our Foundation.
Hortus Lizori stands as an exemplary project supported by our research, reflecting the values of the United Nations and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

“Lizori. Signs and Dialogues” at the Accademia Albertina di Belle Arti

“Lizori. Signs and Dialogues” at the Accademia Albertina di Belle Arti

urin, 24 September – 29 October 2024 The exhibition “Lizori. Signs and Dialogues” lands at the Accademia Albertina di Belle Arti in Turin, which will host it from 24 September to 29 October 2024. The exhibition of more than 100 representations, with tables, physical and digital models, videos and scientific books, offers a multidisciplinary narrative on the value of historic villages between architecture, landscape and art. ‘LIZORI. Signs and Dialogues’ stems from a research path supported by the Antonio Meneghetti Foundation for Scientific and Humanistic Research and conceived by Fabio Bianconi and Marco Filippucci, professors at the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering of the University of Perugia. The research path proposes a reflection through drawing on the theme of sustainable development of abandoned villages, selected as ‘best practices’ by the United Nations and published on their SDG Action Platform. https://sdgs.un.org/partnerships/hortus-lizori?fbclid=IwY2xjawFfxwQBHReDW6j3I32ZIrqz4AGHZi9YdJwpbGulaSH_dtn-z7ZC90UXjPOGO41E9w The exhibition obtained the patronage of the Piedmont Region, the Umbria Region, the Province of Perugia, the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering of the University of Perugia, and various professional bodies, including the Order of Architects of Turin and Perugia, the Order of Engineers of Perugia, LABLANDSCAPE (International Laboratory for the Landscape Research), AICA Italia (International Association of Art Critics Official Italian Section) and the Italian Union for Drawing.  
 
Summit of the Future

Summit of the Future

20 – 21 September 2024 New York, United Nations Headquarters On September 20th and 21st, 2024, la Fondazione di Ricerca Scientifica e Umanistica Antonio Meneghetti had the opportunity to participate as an NGO in the United Nations’ Summit of the Future Action Days in New York. The Summit of the Future is a new initiative of the United Nations and member states that focuses on shaping policies for a better future, putting youth at the center of change. The event addresses topics such as education, equality, and security, promoting the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. During the event, our representatives Michele Gambino and Renars Raubiskis presented the project “Now I Know How,” an initiative officially funded by the European Commission, which in 2021 brought students from across Europe to Italy to learn about entrepreneurship and Made in Italy. Throughout the summit, they connected with global leaders, NGOs representatives, and youth ambassadors, and took part in side events focused on technological innovation, responsible leadership, and sustainability. It was an extraordinary experience that allowed us to actively contribute to the global dialogue on building a more fair and sustainable future.  
New York, United Nations Headquarters

New York, United Nations Headquarters

17 July 2024 New York, United Nations Headquarters Oral Statement delivered by the Antonio Meneghetti Scientific and Humanistic Research Foundation during the High Level Political Forum 2024 under the auspices of the United Nations ECOSOC. The theme for 2024 was ‘Reinforcing the 2030 Agenda and eradicating poverty in times of multiple crises: the effective delivery of sustainable, resilient and innovative solutions’. Key Point: Lizori as Educationa Module to be exported Enhancing Cultural Heritage Higher Education and Rural Areas  
The book “LABORATORIO LIZORI” has been published!

The book “LABORATORIO LIZORI” has been published!

“Laboratorio Lizori” brings together the research outcomes of Michela Meschini and Marco Seccaroni — winners of the Meneghetti Award — devoted to the study of well-being perception and energy efficiency in Borgo Lizori.
A place that stands as a symbol of rebirth and experimentation, where beauty becomes a principle of sustainability and the memory of craftsmanship opens to new forms of innovation.

The volume is the result of the authors’ joint work. Specifically:

  • Marco Seccaroni authored the chapter “Lizori – Perception and Well-being”
  • Michela Meschini authored the chapter “Lizori_Zero Energy Burg_nZEBu”

The publication was funded with the contribution of the Antonio Meneghetti Scientific and Humanistic Research Foundation. Published by Maggioli Editore

Opening of the exhibition “Lizori. Signs and dialogues”

Opening of the exhibition “Lizori. Signs and dialogues”

Borgo San Benedetto, Campello sul Clitunno On 10 May 2024, the exhibition ‘LIZORI. Signs and Dialogues’ was inaugurated at Palazzo Ducale Trinci, Lizori, Castello di Pissignano Alto. The exhibition presents the signs and dialogues that make up a single story of 120 works, which is proposed as a path to discover the beauty of Lizori. Internationally renowned researchers, scholars and artists have been invited to translate the inspiration and beauty of Lizori into signs. The exhibition will be open until September, every Sunday from 10.30 to 13.00 and from 14.30 to 17.30. info: lizori@fondazionemenghetti.ch  
 
From Lizori to New York!

From Lizori to New York!

    Last week, on September 16th 2023, at the United Nations headquarters in New York, ‘The Rebirth of Lizori’ and the ‘Hortus Lizori’ projects were presented at the event “International Best Practices for Sustainable and Inclusive Rural Evolution through Innovations in Higher Education, Science and Gender Equality” organized by the Antonio Meneghetti Scientific and Humanistic Research Foundation – Switzerland, as part of the SDGs Action weekend programme. https://www.un.org/en/conferences/SDGSummit2023/SDG-Action-Weekend   The event was held at the United Nations Delegates Dining Room inside the UN Building and focused on identifying higher educational solutions to encourage sustainable development of rural areas as a response to SDGs 4,5,10,11,16,17. Lizori project was presented and delivered concrete action. https://www.fondazionemeneghetti.ch/sdg-action-weekend/   What is the SDG Action Weekend? To maximize the SDG Summit’s impact, the Secretary General has convened an SDG Action Weekend, which generated opportunities for stakeholders, UN entities, and Member States to convene inside the United Nations Headquarters and set out specific commitments and contributions to drive SDG transformation between now and 2030.   In partnership with: Permanent Mission of Latvia to the United Nations, AICESIS, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering of University of Perugia, Berkeley University of California, UN International Telecommunication Union (UN ITU), Institute of Economics of the Latvian Academy Sciences, Latvian University of Life Sciences and Technologies, Peace Innovative Initiative, University for Peace, Peace Boat US, Hunt Hill Farm, Beijing Association for Mental Health, ESCP Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Society, Build it Up!