EFI Biocities webinar: Urban forests for climate change adaptation

The EFI Biocities webinar series now continues with a look at how cities can integrate nature into urban development. The series launched on 3 June with Healthy cities by nature, exploring how greener cities mean healthier people, with the challenge lying in how to act, not why.

Following that discussion, the webinar series turns to climate adaptation. Urban forests for climate change adaptation: nature-based solutions to reduce urban heat islands will take place on 30 September (17:00–18:30 CET), looking at how nature-based solutions can make cities more resilient to rising temperatures.

This second session will combine global perspectives, practical case studies, and scientific expertise from the following speakers:

• Eleni Myrivili (Global Chief Heat Officer, UNEP/Cool Coalition), who will address the growing challenge of urban heat, examining its impacts and risks, the vulnerability of urban populations, and the importance of integrating urban forests and green infrastructure into climate adaptation strategies.
• Ana Sousa (Landscape Architect, Laboratório da Paisagem, Guimarães), who will present a case study on how Guimarães is building climate resilience through green infrastructure and its Green Belt strategy, reducing urban heat and delivering wider environmental and health benefits.
• Fabio Salbitano (Professor, University of Sassari), who will draw on international research and practical experience to highlight key lessons, effective approaches to urban forest planning and management, and practical recommendations for cities seeking to strengthen climate adaptation through urban forestry.

The webinar is organised in collaboration with the European Forum on Urban Forestry (EFUF) and will be moderated by Simone Borelli (EFI). The 90-minute session includes three presentations, a moderated panel, and live Q&A.

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