Basel is in the midst of a construction boom that’s been going on for decades. Let’s talk about its green facelift and significant infrastructure thanks to a series of ambitious construction projects geared towards bolstering climate protection and revamping public transport infrastructure. The building and construction industry in Basel has been involved in green initiatives since 2006 and perhaps the biggest of them all is the expansion of its waste incineration facility. This innovative project converts waste into energy, utilizing the generated heat to power turbines and supply electricity to district households. A 223-km pipeline network disperses the extracted heat, warming 45,000 households and numerous businesses. The city's iconic red and white chimney symbolizes not just waste disposal but a commitment to minimizing air pollution through specialized filters. Basel’s Canton of Basel-Stadt and its energy company (IWB) are set to dramatically expand climate-friendly district heating by 2037. The objective is to connect 70% of Basel households to the district heating network, which is expected to save an impressive 77,000 tons of CO2 annually. While the expansion promises a sustainable alternative to fossil fuel heating, it necessitates extensive roadworks in key areas like Freie Strasse, Hardstrasse, and Wettstein/Grenzacherstrasse. The upcoming years will see a focus on Gellert, lower Kleinbasel, and the Wettstein quarter. In tandem with the district heating expansion, major construction work will unfold in Kleinbasel, Gellert, and Gundeli. Tram lines 2, 10, 11, 14, and 16 will witness temporary closures with buses serving as substitutes. This integral overhaul of tram track systems, part of routine renewal efforts by BVB, aligns with Basel's commitment to integrated infrastructure projects that promote climate-friendly public transport and usher in new green spaces. As Basel reshapes its cityscape, these initiatives stand testament to its dedication to sustainability, promising a greener, more efficient urban environment for its residents.