The World Green Infrastructure Conference 2024: A ready reference

World Green Infrastructure Congress 2024 aims to:

  • Catalyse action on climate resilience, both environmentally, socially and economically by promoting the use of green infrastructure and nature-based solutions

  • Bring together an international community of experts to share knowledge

  • Highlight current and emerging research priorities and trends

  • Progress policy to support the uptake of nature-based solutions

  • Share case studies, work in progress, project outcomes and learnings

The WGIC2024 theme is:

“Ko au ko te taiao, ko te taiao ko au
I am the environment, and the environment is me”

The theme emphasises the inseparable bond between humanity and the natural world, pointing to both our reliance and our impact on the environment, and the need for sustainable and respectful urban environments where biodiversity, water and society are regenerated. This theme has guided and informed five streams for the Congress:

  • Urban Strategies, Policy and Regulation: Explore how urban planning and policies influence how cities develop, and can support positive outcomes for nature, society and the economy.

  • Environment and biodiversity: Understand the science promoting positive outcomes for the environment and biodiversity.

  • Technology and innovation: Learn from international experts about the technological advancements and innovative practices that are supporting sustainable resource management and environmental protection.

  • Built environment and urban form: Understand how urban design and architecture can foster a sense of community and connection to the natural world.

  • Building neighborhoods that help communities thrive and create a sense of place: Creating spaces that nurture community bonds and a deep connection to their natural and cultural environments.

The Programme

The WGIC2024 programme features more than 100 speakers. The lists and links below are intended for a supplementary ready reference before, during and after the event. The primary reference is the official programme.

Stephen Olsen