Nature

As well as a crisis of global temperatures, the world is also in a biodiversity and nature crisis. Earth’s wildlife populations have declined by an average of 69% in just under 50 years and many scientists believe we are living through the planet’s sixth mass extinction event.
The historic agreement at COP15 in 2023 enshrined a shared commitment to protecting 30% of land and seas by 2030 offers a unique platform to step up our efforts to build a more regenerative, nature-led economy.
Why nature policy?
The biodiversity crisis has profound implications for humans living in our built environment, from leaving us more vulnerable to extreme weather caused by climate change to affecting food and water supplies.
As the voice of our sustainable built environment, UKGBC works to develop and deliver nature-led solutions for homes, buildings and spaces that enhance climate-resilience, reverse nature’s decline and create a more regenerative future.

What policies do we propose?
Demystifying complex concepts
Embracing Biodiversity Net Gain
Put nature at the heart of the planning system
Halt nature’s decline by 2030
Our work so far
Blogs
Biodiversity Net Gain plans include both welcome decisions and missed opportunities

Chancellor’s ‘mini-budget’ puts climate and the environment at risk

UKGBC welcomes Government’s commitment to sustainable drainage systems for new developments

UK needs a step-change in leadership and investment in adapting to climate change
