| Implemented by: ICLEI Colombia |
| Consortium partners: ICLEI South America, Alexander von Humboldt Institute and World Resources Institute (WRI) |
| Implementation period: May 2022 - September 2024 |
| Sector: Low-carbon policy |
After COP26, the Colombian Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development launched the Biodiverciudades Initiative to support cities progress on their climate change goals. The project sought to support the detailed implementation and delivery of activities for six pilot cities: (Montería, Pereira, Bucaramanga, Villavicencio, Yopal, Pasto).
The project aimed to integrate Nature-Based Solutions (NbS) into urban planning and development to enhance resilience, biodiversity, and climate action. The main goal was to generate change by equipping municipalities with the tools, knowledge, and methodologies needed to incorporate NbS and climate resilience into their planning instruments and decision-making processes.
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"The NaBa project has enabled local governments to chart a path for integrating biodiversity, resilience, and climate adaptation directly into their planning processes. This initiative is driving a transformative approach to urban planning that moves beyond traditional models. Moving forward, we are optimistic about witnessing Colombian cities become models of biodiversity-rich, resilient urban ecosystems that embrace sustainable growth and environmental stewardship in the near future."
Sergio Aranguren, Technical Coordinator, ICLEI Colombia
