Better Forests, Better Cities

About Cities4Forests

Cities4Forests is a global network of more than 80 cities committed to conserving, restoring, and sustainably managing trees, forests, and other NBS for human well-being. Cities4Forests supports cities’ efforts on their inner forests (such as urban parks and greenways), nearby forests (such as watersheds), and faraway forests (especially tropical forests) by raising awareness of the benefits of forests, inspiring political action and engagement, providing technical assistance, and facilitating economic analysis, finance, and investment.



About WRI

World Resources Institute is a global research organization that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity, and human well-being.

Our Challenge

Natural resources are at the foundation of economic opportu- nity and human well-being. But today, we are depleting Earth’s resources at rates that are not sustainable, endangering econ- omies and people’s lives. People depend on clean water, fertile land, healthy forests, and a stable climate. Livable cities and clean energy are essential for a sustainable planet. We must address these urgent, global challenges this decade.

Our Vision

We envision an equitable and prosperous planet driven by the wise management of natural resources. We aspire to create a world where the actions of government, business, and com- munities combine to eliminate poverty and sustain the natural environment for all people.



About Pilot Projects Design Collective

Pilot Projects is a systems thinking and design partnership that co-creates sustainable solutions to complex challenges in global systems, cities, and the natural environment.

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