Short brief on Governing and Policy for urban nature plans (UNP+)
This short brief explores the role of governing and policy in shaping urban nature plans – zooming in to local contexts and zooming out to the role of European policies, regulations, and frameworks.
This resource highlights key messages for developing Urban Nature Plans (UNPs). Municipalities can build on existing plans and strategies rather than creating new ones, as long as key elements are in place, such as co-creation processes with stakeholders, a clear vision for urban nature, baseline assessments of biodiversity and green and blue infrastructure, prioritized actions, and systems for monitoring and evaluation. UNPs are also shaped by multi-level governance across local, national, and EU levels, and should emphasize long-term planning, continuous learning, and capacity building to support effective implementation and lasting impact.
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