June 25, 2025

Progress and Challenges of the Goal Park Project in Houston

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ERENEWABLE and The Green Insider Podcast are once again pleased to have on the esteemed architect Dr. Juan Jose Castellon and local artist Betirri, are at the forefront of Goal Park Houston. In episode 289 get the complete update on this vision of sustainability, community, and innovation.

Goal Park Project Update:

Betirri provided an update on the progress of the park project in Houston.

Received an MOU from the city in March, contingent on raising 75% of the funds needed.

Restructuring to build a smaller scale of the park by 2026.

The World Cup will be used to bring more awareness and help raise funds.

Building a park typically takes 15 years, but the project was initially rushed to be completed in less than 10 years.

Gold Park Project Progress:

Betirri reported approximately 25% completion of creating a mini soccer pitch.

Plans to reach 50% completion by year-end.

Dr. Castellon discussed collaboration with students on architectural prototypes exhibited in Seoul, Houston, and Venice.

Interest in building the first outdoor prototype in Houston.

Emphasis on involving the community and students in real-world projects.

Thank you for following not only The Green Insider but following this ambitious project, known as the Goal Park Houston project.

A special thanks goes out to Geoffrey Lakings for bringing this project to our attention.

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This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International. To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a sponsor, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast.

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June 25, 2025

Progress and Challenges of the Goal Park Project in Houston

Listen Later

15 minutes

ERENEWABLE and The Green Insider Podcast are once again pleased to have on the esteemed architect Dr. Juan Jose Castellon and local artist Betirri, are at the forefront of Goal Park Houston. In episode 289 get the complete update on this vision of sustainability, community, and innovation.

Goal Park Project Update:

Betirri provided an update on the progress of the park project in Houston.

Received an MOU from the city in March, contingent on raising 75% of the funds needed.

Restructuring to build a smaller scale of the park by 2026.

The World Cup will be used to bring more awareness and help raise funds.

Building a park typically takes 15 years, but the project was initially rushed to be completed in less than 10 years.

Gold Park Project Progress:

Betirri reported approximately 25% completion of creating a mini soccer pitch.

Plans to reach 50% completion by year-end.

Dr. Castellon discussed collaboration with students on architectural prototypes exhibited in Seoul, Houston, and Venice.

Interest in building the first outdoor prototype in Houston.

Emphasis on involving the community and students in real-world projects.

Thank you for following not only The Green Insider but following this ambitious project, known as the Goal Park Houston project.

A special thanks goes out to Geoffrey Lakings for bringing this project to our attention.

To be an Insider

Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcasts from and remember to leave us a five-star rating.

To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a sponsor, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast.Please subscribe to The Green Insider powered by ERENEWABLE wherever you get your podcast from and remember to leave us a five-star rating.

This podcast is sponsored by UTSI International. To learn more about our sponsor or ask about being a sponsor, contact ERENEWABLE and the Green Insider Podcast.

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