Cities4Forests 2022 Year in Review: Unlocking the Power of Nature for Cities
Cities have been called “our greatest invention.” They are centers of innovation, engines of economic development, and laboratories for solutions to climate change — as well as […]
Forests Near or Far Can Protect Water for Cities
Water is essential to human health and well-being. In cities, leaders strive to provide secure access to clean, safe and affordable water. In rural areas, farmers hope […]
We're Grossly Underestimating the World's Water Access Crisis
In Cape Town, South Africa, and Chennai, India, “Day Zero” events where cities run out of water have drawn global media attention. But while these catastrophes seem like rare, […]
Planting Healthy Air: A Natural Solution to Address Pollution and Heat in Cities
Can nature help cities address the twin problems of air that is too dirty or too hot? Based on a new report released by The Nature Conservancy […]
45 Cities Pursue a New Urban Strategy: Protecting Forests Near and Far
Most people don’t associate cities with trees, but urban areas are actually dependent on healthy forests. Trees within cities reduce heat, provide spaces for recreatifon and socialization, […]