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As part of its ambitious goals to enhance biodiversity by 2030 and 2050, the City of Copenhagen partnered with Sweco to carry out a municipality-wide biodiversity screening. The project marks a major step towards integrating nature into urban development – and offers a scalable model for cities everywhere. Read more
The pressing need to address biodiversity loss has never been clearer. Biodiversity loss, ecosystem collapse, climate change and critical changes to Earth systems rank among the top global risks we face in the next decade. Read more
With more frequent extreme rainfall and climate-related flooding, municipalities in Sweden are facing new challenges. Sweco’s Flood Portal is a digital decision-support tool tjat helps cities prepare for and manage high water levels before they become a problem. Read more
Actions are needed to halt and reverse biodiversity loss in Europe by 2030. Sweco's experts outline trends and crucial changes needed, from financial integration to AI-driven conservation, offering key recommendations to restore biodiversity. Read more
The Netherlands tackles sea-level rise with innovative strategies, blending engineered and nature-based solutions for a resilient future. Read more
Water management has become a cornerstone of the green transition, driven by the urgent need to balance water quality, environmental resilience and human health across Europe. Climate change exacerbates challenges such as flooding, droughts and water scarcity, while the restoration of wetlands and floodplains has emerged as a priority to improve biodiversity and enhance ecosystem services. Read more
Explore the importance of landscape architecture in urban areas and its impact on well-being and sustainability. Read more
Discover Sweco's sustainable and comfortable homes in Norway, Germany, Sweden and Denmark. Read more
Explore urban development projects addressing climate change, sustainability and innovation in city planning. Read more
Biodiversity is declining at an alarming rate. By increasing urban green-blue areas and applying regenerative principles, cities can unlock benefits like increased carbon capture, better air quality, cooler temperatures and enhanced public health. 42%—that’s the potential for increasing urban green-blue cover, according to a Sweco study of 22 cities in Europe. Read more