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A transformative mission for prioritising nature in Australian cities
Niki Frantzeskaki1,2, Cathy Oke3, Guy Barnett4
1Department of Human Geography and Spatial Planning, Faculty of Geosciences, Utrecht University, Utrecht, The Netherlands. n.frantzeskaki@uu.nl.
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|March 30, 2022
Summary
Australian cities must transform urban planning and governance to prioritize nature. This involves evidence-based strategies, inclusive collaboration, and community empowerment for a nature-positive future.
Area of Science:
- Urban ecology
- Environmental planning
- Biodiversity conservation
Background:
- Australian cities face increasing pressures from urbanization, biodiversity loss, and climate change.
- Cities are critical hubs for developing innovative solutions to environmental challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify necessary transformations for integrating and valuing nature within Australian cities.
- To propose pathways for making Australian cities nature-positive.
Main Methods:
- Utilized a mission framework to guide proposed transformations.
- Focused on urban planning, policy, and governance strategies.
Main Results:
- Proposed three interconnected pathways: evidence-based planning, collaborative and inclusive governance, and community empowerment.
- Highlighted the need for new planning tools and prioritizing Indigenous knowledge systems.
Conclusions:
- Transforming Australian cities into nature-positive places requires a multi-faceted approach.
- The proposed pathways offer globally applicable lessons for urban sustainability and biodiversity initiatives.
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