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Check out our latest blog post where we discuss the role of eco-friendly bridges in parks and wetlands. Learn how these innovative structures not only beautify the landscape but also uphold sustainability and reduce environmental impact. Get inspired here: https://bit.ly/3Juj6u9

I recommend that document SUSTAINABLE HERITAGE BUILDINGS GUIDE IMPROVING THE ENVIRONMENTAL PERFORMANCE OF HERITAGE BUILDINGS IN NSW https://lnkd.in/eESRdZ7a

🏢 In the context of growing construction activity, how many projects truly meet the standards for sustainable cities? Additionally, how can the shift to clean transportation help alleviate the daily traffic jams we all experience? ♻️ I recently had an in-depth discussion with Ms. Gina Aspelin Hedbring, the Head of the Division for International Affairs at the Swedish Environmental Research Institute - IVL, about building sustainable cities. For those interested, I share the full version of the interview in the comment section. This interview was conducted as part of the "Nordic Talks: The Nordic Green Model" project. IVL #sweden #swedishgreensolutions #greentransition #Nordics #climatechange #sustainablecities #sustainability

Green Infrastructure Definition: A network of natural and semi-natural areas that deliver ecosystem services and improve urban sustainability. Source: European Environment Agency.

We had a great session on Tuesday, talking about nature and cities with Benjamin Caspar from DG ENV, Susan Mackenzie from Google and Javier Dorao from Crea Madrid Nuevo Norte. 3 key takeaways for me: - The EU Nature Restoration law will be a step change in how cities develop, conserve and benefit from nature. - The social benefits of nature in cities are as important as the environmental benefits. - Public and private sector need to come together to deliver on our green spaces for nature. Cities should put in place Urban Greening Plans which can help to direct and enable the private sector to align their plans and contributions. See here for more information about Arup's work on Nature   https://lnkd.in/eRbjAN_5

WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY (WED) 5 June the day when people worldwide unite to celebrate the importance of environmental conservation and sustainability while highlighting the urgent need to address environmental challanges . #EnvironmentDay #renewableenergy #wastemanagement #pollutionreduction #sustainable Urban planning #EducationAndAwareness #corporateresponsibality #ClimateAction #communityengagement

📣 Grant Alert! Alberta Ecotrust Foundation is accepting applications for their Springboard Grant until Sept 3. This grant is a capacity building grant and organizations can use the grant for developing competencies, developing new strategies, or improving processes or systems. The grant is open to organizations working in any of the following areas: ▪ Nature-based solutions and conservation ▪ Climate resilience and emissions reduction ▪ Circular economy ▪ Overarching/Foundational

The stage is all set for SIAM 4th International Conference on the occasion of World Environment Day 2024 to discuss the theme of "Steering towards environmental preservation through sustainable mobility." #SIAM #BTNR #SustainableMobility #WorldEnvironmentDay_SIAM

Black & Veatch has outlined 4 essential actions to help your organization create a climate-adaptive plan. ⬇️The plan will help you lLeverage ecological systems to combat #ClimateChange. 💪 🌎 When creating a #Sustainable facility, there's a lot to think about! 🧠

🌿 This new article by Deeksha Aggarwal, examines the relationship between the Earth Charter (the document) and the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), highlighting their shared commitment to ethical environmental governance. It explores the potential of the IUCN Resolution on the Earth Charter and Earth Charter’s integration into IUCN’s strategic planning, legal, policy and educational initiatives and recommends for deeper incorporation of Earth Charter principles into IUCN’s frameworks to enhance global environmental governance and sustainability efforts. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/eABzsND8