World Green Infrastructure Congress 2024

The World Green Infrastructure Congress is the world’s leading event that promotes the exchange of knowledge and inspiration between professionals, companies, associations, institutions, public authorities and scientists to discuss nature-based solutions. Our dependence on and our impact on the environment underscore the need for sustainable urban environments, where biodiversity, water and society are regenerated.

The aim of the 2024 Congress is to catalyse the use of nature-based solutions in urban environments. By bringing together an international community with experience and expertise, the organization’s goal is to advance action on climate resilience, both environmentally, socially, and economically.

In 2024, the University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau, in collaboration with Design for Nature and the World Green Infrastructure Network, will host the 11th World Green Infrastructure Congress in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, Aotearoa, New Zealand.

The conference will allow an environment for strategic discussions between sponsors and delegates alike. 600 participants who are at the forefront of green infrastructure strategy, policy, research, design and technology are expected to attend.

The theme of the conference emphasizes the inseparable bond between humans and the natural world. Our dependence on and impact on the environment underline the need for sustainable and respectful urban environments, where biodiversity, water and society are regenerated. This theme will guide the following five streams.

“Urban Strategies, Policies and Regulation” will be part of the programme, which will offer sessions to explore how urban planning and policies influence the development of cities and can support positive outcomes for nature, society and the economy.

“Environment and biodiversity: understanding the science that promotes positive results for the environment and biodiversity” will be another of the main themes.

Other sessions will focus on “Technology and Innovation”, aimed at learning from international experts about technological advances and innovative practices that support sustainable resource management and environmental protection.

“Built Environment and Urban Form”, focused on understanding how urban design and architecture can foster a sense of community and connection to the natural world.

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