All Session Tracks

• Track 01 – Urban Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services
  This track focuses on the interrelationship between urban biodiversity and the ecosystem services it provides. It aims to explore how diverse biological communities contribute to the sustainability and resilience of urban environments. Aligned SDGs: SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities  |  SDG 15 – Life on Land  |  SDG 13 – Climate Action
• Track 02 – Green Infrastructure and Habitat Provisioning
  This session will examine the role of green infrastructure in enhancing habitat provisioning within urban settings. Discussions will include innovative design strategies that promote biodiversity and ecological health. Aligned SDGs: SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities  |  SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure  |  SDG 15 – Life on Land
• Track 03 – Ecosystem Valuation in Urban Planning
  This track addresses methodologies for valuing ecosystem services in urban planning contexts. Participants will explore case studies that highlight the economic and social benefits of integrating ecosystem services into urban development. Aligned SDGs: SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth  |  SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities  |  SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production
• Track 04 – Ecological Indicators for Urban Ecosystems
  This session focuses on the development and application of ecological indicators to assess urban ecosystem health. Emphasis will be placed on metrics that inform sustainable urban management practices. Aligned SDGs: SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities  |  SDG 15 – Life on Land  |  SDG 13 – Climate Action
• Track 05 – Species Monitoring and Urban Biodiversity
  This track will discuss the challenges and methodologies of monitoring urban species populations. The importance of citizen science and technology in tracking biodiversity will also be highlighted. Aligned SDGs: SDG 15 – Life on Land  |  SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities  |  SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
• Track 06 – Habitat Restoration in Urban Environments
  This session will explore strategies for habitat restoration in urban areas, emphasizing the importance of native species and ecological processes. Case studies will illustrate successful restoration efforts and their impact on urban biodiversity. Aligned SDGs: SDG 15 – Life on Land  |  SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities  |  SDG 13 – Climate Action
• Track 07 – Adaptive Management for Urban Ecosystems
  This track focuses on adaptive management approaches that enhance the resilience of urban ecosystems. Participants will discuss frameworks that allow for flexible responses to changing environmental conditions. Aligned SDGs: SDG 13 – Climate Action  |  SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities  |  SDG 15 – Life on Land
• Track 08 – Urban Ecosystem Assessment Techniques
  This session will cover various assessment techniques used to evaluate urban ecosystems and their services. Emphasis will be placed on integrating scientific research with urban policy and planning. Aligned SDGs: SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities  |  SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure  |  SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production
• Track 09 – Population Tracking and Urban Wildlife
  This track will delve into the methodologies for tracking wildlife populations in urban landscapes. Discussions will include the implications of urbanization on species distribution and behavior. Aligned SDGs: SDG 15 – Life on Land  |  SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities  |  SDG 13 – Climate Action
• Track 10 – Conservation Planning in Urban Landscapes
  This session will explore conservation planning strategies that address the unique challenges of urban environments. Participants will discuss collaborative approaches that engage stakeholders in preserving urban biodiversity. Aligned SDGs: SDG 15 – Life on Land  |  SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities  |  SDG 13 – Climate Action
• Track 11 – Human-Nature Interaction in Urban Settings
  This track will examine the dynamics of human-nature interactions in urban environments and their implications for biodiversity. The session will highlight the role of community engagement in fostering sustainable practices. Aligned SDGs: SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities  |  SDG 15 – Life on Land  |  SDG 4 – Quality Education

Alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals
Alongside its academic focus, the conference promotes responsible research, ethical practice and knowledge-driven development. Its session tracks collectively contribute to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

• SDG 4
  Quality Education
• SDG 8
  Decent Work and Economic Growth
• SDG 9
  Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
• SDG 11
  Sustainable Cities and Communities
• SDG 12
  Responsible Consumption and Production
• SDG 13
  Climate Action
• SDG 15
  Life on Land