Managing Urban Heat Using Nature-Based Solutions

A focused roundtable discussion bringing together experts, planners, researchers, businesses, and communities to explore how Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) such as green roofs, urban forests, water-sensitive design, and biodiversity-driven infrastructure can help cities combat rising urban heat. The session will highlight practical strategies, policy opportunities, scalable innovations, and collaborative actions needed to build cooler, healthier, and climate-resilient urban environments.