2024 Hong Kong International Conference on Nature based Solutions for Urban Infrastructure (NBSUI) (只有英文版本)

About Nature based Solutions for Urban Infrastructure

Nature based solutions are approaches that harness the power of nature to address a variety of societal and environmental challenges These solutions emphasize the integration of natural processes and ecosystems into the planning, design, and management of landscapes, infrastructure, and cities. Many cities around the world are facing a variety of challenges, especially amidst the global climate change Nature based solutions for urban infrastructure can offer a wide range of benefits, including ecosystem restoration, climate change mitigation and adaptation, water and air quality improvement, urban heat island reduction, and enhancement of human well being. These solutions are widely recognized for their potential to create more sustainable, resilient, and livable cities.

Welcome To NBSUI 2024

This highly anticipated conference aims to provide a platform for discussion and knowledge sharing about integrating nature into the lifecycle management of urban infrastructure. The conference theme will focus on harnessing the power of ecosystems and natural processes to create resilient and sustainable cities. It will bring together experts, policymakers, researchers, and professionals from various fields around the world to discuss and explore innovative approaches to address urban infrastructure challenges using nature-based solutions. Through keynote speeches, technical sessions, and interactive workshops, participants will have the opportunity to share knowledge, exchange ideas, and collaborate on strategies that promote nature-based solutions for urban infrastructure. Visits of present and future nature-based solution sites in Hong Kong will be arranged during the conference.  Visitors will have the opportunity to engage in deep discussions on the challenges and opportunities of applying nature-based solutions in the infrastructure development of Hong Kong – a dynamic compact city where East meets West.

Important Dates
29 February 2024 - Abstract Submission Deadline

15 March 2024 - Acceptance Notification Completed

25 March 2024 - Registration Deadline

25 - 26 April 2024 - Conference

Website

http://icnbsui.com/

Contact us
Ms Yang Chen; Prof. Yuhong Wang
yang cee.chen@connect.polyu.hk
yuhong.wang@polyu.edu.hk