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Ecological resilience for both nature and human wellbeing - curated by CIEEM
How can we create climate-resilient cityscapes that restore biodiversity, strengthen our connection with nature, and support healthier lives? This session brings together three leading experts to examine the vital interplay between nature, people, and place, and what it means for future-facing urban design.
Dr Heather Rumble (University of the West of England) will unpack the evidence linking urban nature to human wellbeing. She will highlight why restoring biodiversity through measures such as on-site Biodiversity Net Gain, is fundamental to resilient, equitable cities that offer accessible green spaces where people live and work.
Dr Julia Baker (Mott MacDonald) will demonstrate how ecological design and adaptive management can help both communities and ecosystems cope with climate stressors, sharing practical approaches for embedding resilience into planning and infrastructure delivery.
Dr Mark Nason (CIEEM) will introduce tools and strategies for enhancing ecosystem services in urban areas. Drawing on CIEEM’s Rebuilding Nature guidance, he will show how evidence-based practice can deliver multiple ecological and social benefits.
The session will close with an interactive Q&A, giving delegates the chance to explore how these approaches can be applied in real-world projects. Whether you work in construction, planning, policy, or consultancy, you’ll gain actionable insights for shaping cityscapes that are resilient for both nature and people.
