Helping cities develop in an eco-friendly way

The more urban we become, the more we have a need for nature. And the more we grow, the smaller our shared spaces become. When it comes to urbanisation and climate change, we need to build with a far-sighted mind-set, to preserve our natural world and adapt to extreme weather while creating urban environments that bring harmony and well-being. Green lungs where we can energise ourselves, parks for play and activity, outdoor pools on a warm summer’s day, cycle lanes that can be used all year round and tree-lined promenades – all of these things are crucial for us urbanites to develop and grow together in the city

People in urban environments need access to parks, waterways and green spaces in order to thrive. They need to walk in the park, to run, to cycle, to stroll, to socialise and take a deep breath of fresh air. Because our shared spaces are often small and expected to service many needs, we really need to get a true sense of the areas where we work. We need to discover what people need and work together with residents to develop smart and attractive spaces to live in.

Through so-called eco-system services, we can spread knowledge and experience to support and inspire municipalities and companies in their development of climate-smart cities. We are driven forward by the power and beauty of the nature around us and we understand how a functioning eco-system can benefit people, nature and the interplay between them.