Urban shorelines are at the frontline of climate adaptation and biodiversity loss, yet they hold immense potential for ecological uplift. Through global case studies, this session breaks down key design principles and shares practical, replicable strategies for integrating habitat and biodiversity into resilient waterfront projects.
Learning Outcomes:
Identify key challenges and opportunities to integrate aquatic habitat and enhance biodiversity along hard urban shorelines.
Understand a step-by-step process for integrating nature-based solutions into waterfront projects, from concept to long-term monitoring.
Apply practical strategies to make ecological waterfront design cost-effective and appealing to stakeholders.
Learn how to collaborate effectively with ecologists, engineers, and builders to create resilient, living shorelines that support both communities and marine ecosystems.
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