Growing Greener Cities

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10/10/2025
15:00 - 16:00
Virtual Channel 5 , Online only
Session with interpretation
Forum
Podcast
Disruptive Innovation and Leadership for Conservation Transitioning to Nature-Positive Economies and Societies

Why attend

Learn how pioneering cities are harnessing the power of plants to enhance competitiveness, resilience, and livability - giving vibrant expression to an ecological civilisation.

Session Description

Urban greening is no longer a ‘nice-to-have’ - it is a development imperative for cities worldwide. This podcast showcases the pioneering efforts of AIPH World Green City Award winners, who are using nature-oriented solutions to enhance competitiveness, attract investment, and improve quality of life. Through conversations with city leaders and urban innovators, we will explore the strategic advantages of urban greening. Listeners will gain practical insights into city leadership, innovative policies, and proven strategies for building resilient, nature-positive cities fit for the future.
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Commission on Environmental, Economic, and Social Policy logo
Commission on Environmental, Economic, and Social Policy
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Headquarters
Commission on Ecosystem Management logo
Commission on Ecosystem Management
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AIPH
UN-Habitat logo
UN-Habitat

Host

Speaker Jennifer DUNN
Jennifer DUNN

Green Cities Associate, AIPH

Speaker Russell GALT
Russell GALT

Head of Science & Natural Capital, Nature Broking

Speaker

Speaker Errol DOUWES
Errol DOUWES

Senior Manager, EThekwini Municipality

Speaker Andrew RUDD
Andrew RUDD

Programme Management Officer, UN-Habitat