BiodiverCities by 2030

Cities are the engine of the global economy, contributing to 80% of the world’s GDP, but their exponential growth in recent decades has come at the expense of nature. The built environment has grown by two-thirds in the first 12 years of the 21st century, leading to the degradation of local ecosystems and the loss of habitats. Urban areas are also responsible for over 75% of global carbon emissions, accelerating climate change and driving further nature loss.

This WEF report provides a vision for cities of the future, where urban leaders place nature at the heart of decision-making and infrastructure investments. The report also describes how the public and private sectors can utilize nature to reduce the impact of cities on biodiversity, increase climate resilience, and secure significant economic benefits.