On World Cities Day (31st October 2023), IUCN has released a new Issues Brief on Cities and nature.
The resource delves into the relation between urban ecosystems and nature, outlining the local and global impacts deriving from biodiversity loss, why urban nature is important for humans and wildife, and what can be done to address this challenge.
To read the full Issues Brief click here.
IUCN Issues Briefs provide key information on selected issues central to IUCN’s work. They are aimed at policy-makers, journalists or anyone looking for an accessible overview of the often complex issues related to nature conservation and sustainable development.