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Reclaiming the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway

By Donata Kraskauskaite, Alex Colon, and Karalyne Dube

"This project examined the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE) through a community engagement and sustainability lens, emphasizing the importance of incorporating resident-led visions into large-scale infrastructure planning.

The work analyzed community-developed plans alongside the official NYC DOT proposal to assess how effectively local priorities such as environmental health, public space, economic participation, and neighborhood safety were reflected in decision-making. Grounded in principles of environmental justice, the project highlighted gaps in public outreach, equity, and long-term climate resilience.

By aligning findings with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, the project aimed to provide a comprehensive analysis as well as recommendations in regards to future infrastructural design choices and
implementation in regards to the BQE."

A cityscape featuring the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway with vehicles below and people standing on the overpass, overlooking the skyline. The sky is clear, illuminated by sunlight. To the right, a group of people holds banners advocating for community rights and environmental justice. Text on the banners includes messages of support for immigrants and climate action. The information on the left details the project’s goals and community engagement efforts related to urban planning and sustainability.