Opportunities for Cities to Cultivate Biodiversity

Cities pose a major threat to global biodiversity in every sense of the word. Municipal leaders have opportunities to promote biodiversity efforts in their cities. Several studies have shown that managing resources with biodiversity in mind within cities is effective and benefits both human and non-human residents and visitors. Two major opportunities for biodiversity investment in urban areas include the use of urban green spaces, such as parks and other public lands, and using nature-based solutions for existing municipal challenges.