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Vulture populations in India have fallen by 95% since the 1990s due to a single drug in livestock. This big drop shows we need to save the planet's variety of life. It highlights why saving species is key and often forgotten in building work. The link between green building materials and helping nature recover is crucial but not often talked about in construction.People are starting to see how important it […]
Did you know urban areas now cover about 3% of the Earth's surface? They also hold over 50% of the global population. But this growth is a big challenge for the nature living in our cities. That's where architectural strategies for enhancing urban biodiversity come in. They provide key solutions for better biodiversity connectivity.With cities getting bigger fast, urban ecosystems are in danger. This rapid growth harms natural habitat and […]
By 2050, over 70% of the world's people will live in cities. Already, more than half do. This shift to cities offers a big chance to blend nature into our urban landscapes. This piece looks at fresh ways and real-life examples for cities full of life and ready for the future.Our planet is getting more urban all the time. So, adding nature to city designs is key. Green spaces, natural […]
Did you know the global construction industry creates almost 40% of the world's carbon emissions? This fact shows we urgently need to rethink our construction methods. Architects through history have taken cues from nature in their designs. This approach, known as biophilic design, seeks to improve life by blending nature with our buildings.Besides, sustainable architecture and biophilic design grow more popular. They focus on integrating nature into buildings. This trend […]
Fifty-five percent of the world's population already lives in towns and cities. This number is expected to jump to over 68% by 2050. This growth is a big problem for wildlife in and around cities.They have to deal with less space to live, getting hit by cars, and more. Plus, they fight with new animals that people bring in. It's important to protect these urban animals for many reasons. One […]
By 2050, 90% of us will live in cities. This shows a big risk to the world's plants and animals. Yet, cities can also be safe homes for many types of life, including some in danger of disappearing. Scientists are working hard to figure out how we can help wildlife in cities where there isn't much space.With more buildings and more people, cities need to use space wisely. This is […]
