AIPH Green City

Discover world-class research alongside world-changing projects The next three sessions of the AIPH Green City Briefing series feature the cities of Joondalup in Australia, Nice in France, and London in the UK. Find the full series here: https://lnkd.in/ew9aScMR

AIPH joined conversations at COP16 in Cali, Colombia, with AIPH’s Technical Initiatives Manager, Dr Audrey Timm, connecting discussions on biodiversity, urban ecosystems, and the transformative potential of nature-positive economies. COP16, the 16th Conference of Parties to the UN Biodiversity Convention is recognised as the world’s most important event for conserving biodiversity. The summit, attended by over 15,000 delegates, focused on implementing the ‘30x30 Biodiversity Goal (KMGBF) to protect 30 per cent of the planet’s lands and waters by 2030. Dr Timm presented 'Learning from Cities: People and Nature in the Urban” at the Biopolis Symposium, organised by the International Living Infrastructure Commission (LINC). This keynote speech explored the three Finalists of the 'Living Green for Biodiversity and Ecosystem Restoration' category of the AIPH World Green City Awards 2024. Additionally, Dr Timm led the 'Transformations Leading to the Ideal Green City State' panel discussion, joined by Dr Bruno Marques of IFLA, Prof Harriet Bulkeley of Durham University, Dr Siobhan McQuaid of GoNaturePositive!, and Alan White of CNLA. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e6xBGWVG

There's still time to register for tomorrow's AIPH Green City Briefing! We'll be joined by MC Stefania Romano of UNECE/FAO Forests and speakers Dr Rik De Vreese of the European Forest Institute and Raşit Fırat Deniz from the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality. Register here: https://lnkd.in/ezUguusT Thank you to The Worshipful Company of Gardeners for their support.

Raşit Fırat Deniz, Chief of Urban Ecosystem and Ecological Planning at the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Urban Ecological Systems Branch Directorate, joins us as the second speaker for this week's AIPH Green City Briefing. In his presentation, Raşit will discuss the importance of adopting an organisational structure that values urban ecological systems, the criteria Istanbul prioritises for tree planting alongside wildlife, productive landscapes, and ecological planning units, as well as developments regarding the Tree Master Plan that the city aims to establish. Register for free: https://lnkd.in/ezUguusT

Our first speaker for this week's AIPH Green City Briefing is Dr Rik De Vreese, Senior Researcher and Team Leader for Urban Forestry at the European Forest Institute. His research focusses on the relations between humans and trees, in the urban and peri-urban sphere. More specifically, Dr De Vreese has been involved in research on integrating ecosystem services in decision-making and urban planning, mainly with a transdisciplinary lens. Register for free here: https://lnkd.in/ezUguusT

Our MC for next week's AIPH Green City Briefing is Stefania Romano, Coordinator of Transformative Urban Nature Action for UNECE/FAO Forests. The Forestry and Timber Section of UNECE supports evidence-based policies for sustainable forest management across its 56 member States. It assists these countries in monitoring and managing forests while highlighting the products and ecosystem services provided to society. A fast-growing area of focus is urban forests, with key initiatives strengthening local-national linkages for urban forestry and advocating for urban trees as a climate solution. Register for free: https://lnkd.in/ezUguusT #climateresilience #urbangreening

Trees play a crucial role in urban environments, significantly contributing to climate change resilience. Trees help mitigate urban heat island effect, provide places for people to socialise and can transform urban areas. Selecting, caring and protecting trees in urban areas is vital for building sustainable, resilient cities that can adapt to the impacts of climate change. Join us next week for the AIPH Green City Briefing on 'growing trees for climate resilient cities' with MC Stefania Romano of UNECE/FAO Forests. Register here: https://lnkd.in/ezUguusT Thank you to The Worshipful Company of Gardeners for their support. #climateresilience #greencities

The mosaic green spaces of the city contribute to maintaining biodiversity in urban environments. It's important to protect, connect and create space for nature 🌻

Dive into the science of urban horticulture. Understand how plants interact with urban environments to improve air quality and reduce pollution. 🔬 Learn more from the University of Birmingham: https://lnkd.in/e8TC7Sn6 #UrbanScience #HorticultureResearch #GreenCities

If you weren't able to join us for the AIPH Green City Briefing last week, you can now watch it on-demand here: https://lnkd.in/ed7cu547 Thank you to our wonderful MC Sudha Kottillil of the Global Youth Biodiversity Network, speaker Birgitta Gatersleben from the University of Surrey, and representatives from the City of Joondalup. And thank you to The Worshipful Company of Gardeners for their support.